Below you will find the current coures offerings listed by semeseter and then alphabetically by department. If you have any questions about these courses, please contact the Registrar's Office at registrar@simmons.edu or 617-521-2111.
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Reading: Lang.& Lit. Program
RDG 410 - Multisensory Structured Language Strategies for Reading
4 sem. hrs. Focuses on identifying and developing appropriate multisensory structured language strategies in phonological/phonics awareness, reading comprehension, and textbook and study skills for learners with language and reading challenges. Emphasizes use of these techniques and strategies within inclusive and general education settings. Collins, Machamer, Rigo.
| Section | Section Dates | Days | Times | Room | Instructor | Section Status | Avail Seats | Requires Consent | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 10/04/2013 - 11/23/2013 | ,Fri ,Sat ,Fri ,Sat ,Fri ,Sat | 05:00PM-09:00PM 08:30AM-05:00PM 05:00PM-09:00PM 08:30AM-05:00PM 05:00PM-09:00PM 08:30AM-05:00PM | N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A | Kathryn Theresa Collins | Open | 20 | No | 4.00 |
RDG 433 - Language Essentials for Teachers
Studies language structure at the levels of semant syntax, and text structure as a vehicle for recognizing and interpreting learners difficultie at higher levels of language processing and for understanding the rationale behind explicit teaching of comprehension skills and strategies. Reviews current research on vocabulary, reading f l u e n c y, comprehension, and composition inst along with semantics, syntax, and text structure. Involves exercises in language analysis and manipulation and application of concepts for learner assessment and lesson planning. Moats, Rosow.
| Section | Section Dates | Days | Times | Room | Instructor | Section Status | Avail Seats | Requires Consent | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 09/06/2013 - 10/19/2013 | ,Fri ,Sat ,Fri ,Sat ,Fri ,Sat | 05:00PM-10:00PM 08:30AM-04:30PM 05:00PM-10:00PM 08:30AM-04:30PM 05:00PM-10:00PM 08:30AM-04:30PM | N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A | Melissa Farrall | Open | 18 | No | 4.00 |
RDG 461 - Reading Research
Focuses on past and current research in the areas of reading and language arts. Provides a framework to evaluate reading theories and research and determines appropriate instruction based upon the findings. Adams, Ca m e r o n .
| Section | Section Dates | Days | Times | Room | Instructor | Section Status | Avail Seats | Requires Consent | Credits |
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| 01 | 09/27/2013 - 11/16/2013 | ,Fri ,Sat ,Fri ,Sat ,Fri ,Sat | 05:00PM-09:00PM 08:30AM-05:00PM 05:00PM-09:00PM 08:30AM-05:00PM 05:00PM-09:00PM 08:30AM-05:00PM | N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A | Nancy Clark-Chiarelli | Open | 19 | No | 4.00 |
RDG 572 - Internship Experience
Assigns supervised teaching responsibilities for learners who have language, reading, and writing challenges. Requires implementing the methods and materials of the Wilson Reading System throughout the course. Develops skills in the instruction of literature and technical writing an needs of diverse learners with disabilities. Emphasizes effective techniques in inclusive and general education settings. Includes the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. Requires fiel
| Section | Section Dates | Days | Times | Room | Instructor | Section Status | Avail Seats | Requires Consent | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 08/24/2013 - 12/10/2013 | ,Sat ,Sun ,Sat ,Sun ,Tue ,Tue | 08:30AM-04:00PM 08:30AM-04:00PM 08:30AM-04:00PM 08:30AM-04:00PM 05:00PM-07:00PM 05:00PM-07:00PM | N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A | Cheryl Koki | Open | 19 | No | 4.00 |
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Other Information
College of Arts & Sciences Undergraduate Programs
- 2012-2014 Undergraduate Front (355k PDF)
- 2012-2014 Undergraduate Programs A-E (818k PDF)
- 2012-2014 Undergraduate Programs F-Z (872k PDF)
- 2012-2014 Undergraduate Back (244k PDF)
College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Studies
- 2012-2014 Graduate Course Catalog (622k PDF)
Graduate Schools Course Catalogs
Here are the course catalog pages for Simmons graduate programs:
- Graduate School of Library and Information Science
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Management
- School of Social Work
Please note: Simmons College and its Graduate Schools make every effort to ensure that the information contained in their catalogs is accurate and complete. Occasionally, however, changes are made and mistakes are discovered after the catalog has been placed online. Degree requirements may also change because of changes in curriculum, accreditation standards or legal requirements.
If you have questions about a program, especially with regard to the course or training requirements for a particular degree, we encourage you to be in contact with the Dean of the School, the director of the program, or the chairman of the relevant department for definitive information.
