Penn State Family Literacy Certificate
Fall 2016 Online Course Offerings (Aug. 22-Dec. 9, 2016)
Register now for Introduction to Family Literacy and Early Literacy Development!
Introduction to Family Literacy (ADTED 456) explores the concept of family literacy and how it can contribute to the literacy growth of the parent (caregiver), children, and other family members. The course addresses serving diverse and vulnerable families, models of family literacy, the key components of family literacy (adult, early childhood, and parent education; interactive literacy), the role of case management and family support, professional development and program improvement, and advocacy.
Early Literacy Development (ADTED 458) focuses on young children’s language and literacy development, including ways that parents and staff support this development using research related to children’s learning.
These courses are part of Penn State’s 12-credit Post-baccalaureate Certificate in Family Literacy.
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3-credit post-baccalaureate courses.
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Offered online through the nationally recognized World Campus.
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Helps professionals gain high quality, research-based knowledge about family literacy.
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Act 48-approved provider for PA educators; may count toward professional development hours.
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Credits apply toward the Penn State Family Literacy Certificate.
To learn more about applying for the Certificate, contact World Campus admissions at 800-252-3592.
For information about the Certificate, contact Beth Grinder at elg6@psu.edu or 717-432-3498 or link to http://www.worldcampus.psu.edu/degrees-and-certificates/family-literacy-certificate/overview