Willamette University

Graduate School of Education

Reading Endorsement 

Registration Procedures

Courses in this endorsement program will be online, with the exception on the 90-hour practicum.  All reading courses align with International Reading Association (IRA), TSPC and NCATE guidelines and depend on minimum enrollments.

After submitting your registration form, you must formally apply to the endorsement program (if not currently enrolled).  For new applications to the endorsement program, we need the following information:

  • Application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Copy of current Oregon teaching license (from TSPC)
  • Professional resume
  • Criminal Background forms
You will receive payment information from the University Student Accounts Office.
Add/Drop and Withdrawal Policy:  The add/drop deadline is one week after the first day of class.  The withdrawal deadline with a 'W' grade reported is no later than 60% of the way through the class. 

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ENDR 541 Foundations of Language Acquisition (3)

  • Section: ENDR 541-01
  • Dates: September 24-December 16
  • Location: online
  • Cost: $595/credit
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The dynamic relationship between one’s personal experience as a language user and one’s understanding of the reading process are explored as candidates analyze the major theories and history of literacy development (PK-12). A study of the elements of language (phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics and classroom discourse) that work together to create meaning will build a foundation of knowledge for candidates to most effectively address students’ (PK-12) literacy and learning needs. The linguistic features of oral and written communication and the socio-psycholinguistic factors affecting language development within the context of a variety of classroom reading models are examined. This course addresses the relationship between first language acquisition and the acquisition of English as a second language.

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