Advanced Certificate in Integrated Instruction for Literacy and Technology

Advanced Certificate in Integrated Instruction for Literacy and Technology

This 9-credit post-baccalaureate program prepares teachers to gain expertise in the integration of literacy and educational technology, including the new literacies. Candidates will gain an understanding of the new tools, resources, and higher cognitive and meta-cognitive processes that contribute to literacy development. They will learn to develop strategies for working with children who have language and learning disabilities. The program provides advanced certification at either the childhood or adolescent level, depending on the candidate’s initial certification.

Prerequisites:

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, a major or concentration in the liberal arts and sciences, initial, professional or permanent New York State certification as childhood, elementary, adolescent, secondary or special education teacher, undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above, submission and review of official undergraduate and graduate transcripts documenting completion of Pace distribution requirements for the liberal arts and sciences, positive recommendations.

Literacy and Technology Courses

ED 755B  Literacy Instruction and Technological Applications for Middle Grades (4-8)  (3 credits)

ED 758   Writing and Media Production (3)

ED 754   Literature and Digital Storytelling (3)                                                                       

Total Credits: 9