Dr. Imelda Basurto, Department Chair
Education Building, Room 250D
559.278.0285
ibasurto@mail.fresnostate.edu
https://kremen.fresnostate.edu/departments-programs/lebse.html
Program webpage:
https://kremen.fresnostate.edu/masters-education/reading-language-arts/credential.html
Program Description. Reading and Language Arts graduate courses are designed to help teachers learn how to make curricular decisions about teaching reading and how to meet the needs of students with varying language communication backgrounds. Students pursuing a degree or credential in Reading and Language Arts also learn to inspire other teachers to upgrade the reading/language abilities of students through demonstrations of effective reading strategies. Graduates will be qualified to plan, organize, and develop reading programs for schools.
Admission Requirements. In addition to the admission requirements listed in the Graduate Education Program section of this catalog, admission to the Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential program requires the following:
- Evidence of possession of a basic teaching credential (Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or Education Specialist credentials).
- Evidence of having met the California Basic Skills Requirement (BSR)
- Statement of purpose
- Three letters of recommendation
- Minimum 2.75 GPA
Program Requirements. Under the direction of the Reading Program Coordinator, each student prepares and submits an individually designed program within the following framework: