3.00 Credits
This course is designed to help educators deliver effective, efficient research-based assessment and intervention for readers of any age who have reached an early 3rd grade level, but who are still having difficulty progressing. Intervention is provided in a small group format for readers who are at approximately the same ability level. The course follows a 'practicum model,' in which educators build a conceptual framework for reading development and intervention through a semester-long, mentored intervention experience. The course is open to any educator, including but not limited to: classroom teachers, reading specialists, special educators, administrators, paraprofessionals, and MLL personnel. Please note that for this course to count toward the USBE's Secondary Interventionist Endorsement, educators must implement Higher Steps in a small group of secondary students (grades 6-12).