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EDRL 442 - Literacy Instruct I
Early literacy theory, instruction, and assessment for pre-kindergarten through third grade students.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 50136 | 3 | 06/09/2025 | 07/11/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Julie Pennington |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80435 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
EDRL 443 - Literacy Instruc II
Learning and instruction in reading, writing, oral language and literature for the 4-8 grades.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80291 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
EDRL 451 - Read/Writ Sec Schl
In content fields; sources of difficulties; developmental instruction; techniques for promoting comprehension and vocabulary.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 51730 | 3 | 06/09/2025 | 07/11/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Vickie Smith Barrios |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80292 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
EDRL 461 - Diag Assess & Instr Lit
Apprentice teaching, emphasis on developmental instruction with children who have difficulty learning to read, small group instruction and applications in the classroom.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80294 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Live (Synchronous) | Julie Pennington |
EDRL 471 - Acad. English Lang. Devel.
Survey of current acquisition theory and research and analysis of the implications of research for the classroom.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80293 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
EDRL 472 - Meth Elem Eng Lang Learn
Systematic instruction to help ESL students (1) adjust to school; (2) acquire English for self-help and for extended interaction; (3) develop English for extended learning.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 50189 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 06/06/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Fares Karam |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80323 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Fares Karam |
EDRL 473 - Meth Adult/Adol Ell
Overview of methods and materials for ESL instruction in secondary schools/adult language programs. Emphasis on application of national standards for second language instruction.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Undergraduate | 51732 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 06/06/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Heather Crawford Ferre |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80326 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
EDRL 475 - Second Language Assessment
Explores the theory and practice of second language assessment and testing among K-12 students.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80327 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Gokce Unlu |
EDRL 477 - Crit. Issues ELLs-Practicum
This course will familiarize students with historical and current issues and cultivate skill in the design and implementation of instruction and assessment for English learners. Students will demonstrate their understanding through practicums.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80357 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
| 2025 Fall | Undergraduate | 80358 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
EDRL 642 - Literacy Instruct I
Early literacy theory, instruction, and assessment for pre-kindergarten through third grade students.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Graduate | 50137 | 3 | 06/09/2025 | 07/11/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Julie Pennington |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 91471 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
EDRL 643 - Literacy Instruc II
Learning and instruction in reading, writing, oral language and literature for the 4-8 grades.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86634 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
EDRL 647 - Literacy, Diversity & Sch
Literacy issues for students for various cultures, socioeconomic situations, gender and language groups.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 91469 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rachel Salas Didier |
EDRL 651 - Read/Writ Sec Schl
In content fields; sources of difficulties; developmental instruction; techniques for promoting comprehension and vocabulary.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Graduate | 51731 | 3 | 06/09/2025 | 07/11/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Vickie Smith Barrios |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86638 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) |
EDRL 661 - Diag Assess & Instr Lit
Apprentice teaching, emphasis on developmental instruction with children who have difficulty learning to read, small group instruction and applications in the classroom.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86632 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Live (Synchronous) | Julie Pennington |
EDRL 671 - Acad. English Lang. Devel.
Survey of current acquisition theory and research and analysis of the implications of research for the classroom.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86635 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
EDRL 672 - Meth Elem Eng Lang Learn
Systematic instruction to help ESL students (1) adjust to school; (2) acquire English for self-help and for extended interaction; (3) develop English for extended learning.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Graduate | 50190 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 06/06/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Fares Karam |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86631 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Fares Karam |
EDRL 673 - Meth Adult/Adol Ell
Overview of methods and materials for ESL instruction in secondary schools/adult language programs. Emphasis on application of national standards for second language instruction.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Graduate | 51733 | 3 | 05/19/2025 | 06/06/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Heather Crawford Ferre |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86636 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
EDRL 675 - Second Language Assessment
Explores the theory and practice of second language assessment and testing among K-12 students.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86648 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Gokce Unlu |
EDRL 677 - Crit. Issues ELLs-Practicum
This course will familiarize students with historical and current issues and cultivate skill in the design and implementation of instruction and assessment for English learners. Students will demonstrate their understanding through practicums.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86700 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86704 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rod Case |
EDRL 700 - Literacy Assesment
Practicum to assess, evaluate, and diagnose learning among struggling readers and writers, prepare reports, and study current methods and research.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86862 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Dianna Townsend |
EDRL 702 - Reading Clinic
Administration of the reading clinic. Observation, planning and management of the pupils diagnosis and remediation as well as staffing and parent conference. Maximum of 6 credits.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86676 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rachel Salas Didier |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86677 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Julie Pennington |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86705 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Rachel Salas Didier |
| 2025 Fall | Graduate | 86706 | 3 | 08/25/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Julie Pennington |
EDRL 778 - Seminar in Teaching Writing
Theories and methods of teaching writing in grades K through 12.
| Term | Type | Class Number | Credits | Start Date | End Date | Instruction Mode | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Summer | Graduate | 50142 | 3 | 07/14/2025 | 08/13/2025 | Web Based (Asynchronous) | Julie Pennington |
Classes FAQs
Nevada Online at the University of Nevada, Reno offers a premier online education experience that combines quality, flexibility, and accreditation. As a program of the University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada Online is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), a recognized regional accrediting agency, ensuring your degree meets high standards of academic rigor.
With Nevada Online, you'll receive the same curriculum and learn from the same faculty as on-campus students, while enjoying the flexibility to study from anywhere in the world. The University of Nevada, Reno is ranked among the best national universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report, providing assurance of a quality education.
When choosing the best online college, consider your specific needs, program offerings, accreditation, and flexibility—all areas where Nevada Online excels.
Yes, absolutely! The University of Nevada, Reno offers a variety of online classes and degree programs through Nevada Online, designed specifically for adult learners who need flexible options.
Nevada Online offers a wide range of courses across many disciplines during spring, summer, and fall terms, including subjects like accounting, business, history, art, sociology, and more. With online courses taught by University faculty, Nevada Online provides degrees, programs, minors, certificates and more tailored to students who need flexibility in their education.
Whether you're interested in completing a full degree program or just taking individual courses, Nevada Online makes it possible to advance your education on your own schedule.
Nevada Online courses are primarily offered in an asynchronous format, meaning you can take courses and complete your education on your own schedule without having to be online at specific times. This provides maximum flexibility for working professionals and students with other commitments.
Courses are carefully designed by faculty working together with instructional designers and technologists to create engaging, high-quality learning experiences in the university's learning management system, WebCampus.
Each online course retains the academic rigor of traditional classroom learning while incorporating dynamic elements ranging from animation to virtual reality to enhance the learning experience. You'll complete assignments, participate in discussions, take exams, and engage with course materials all online, while receiving support from both instructors and fellow classmates.
Nevada Online offers asynchronous courses, which means you don't need to be online at specific times each day—you can access course materials and complete your work whenever is most convenient for you. This flexibility allows you to fit your education around your work schedule, family responsibilities, and other commitments.
Rather than having set daily class times, online courses follow the University's academic calendar with structured deadlines for assignments, discussions, and exams throughout the semester. Most courses are organized into weekly modules, allowing you to plan your study time according to your personal schedule while still maintaining steady progress.
To view specific class schedules and requirements, you can visit MyNevada after reviewing the course catalog for accuracy.
Tuition for Nevada Online programs varies by program, and online students benefit from not having to pay some of the fees required from on-campus students. Nevada Online offers competitive tuition rates, and you can use the cost calculator on the website to get an estimate of the direct expenses (tuition and fees) for your selected online program.
Financial aid is available for online students through the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, which administers various university, state, and federal-based financial aid programs including scholarships, loans, grants, and work study opportunities.
Some online graduate programs (such as the Online Master of Social Work and Master of Science in Cybersecurity) have different tuition rates than standard programs, so it's important to check the specific costs for your program of interest.
To begin taking online classes through Nevada Online, follow these steps:
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Apply and be accepted to the University of Nevada, Reno. You can begin this process as early as October of your senior year in high school for incoming freshmen.
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Submit required documentation including applicable test scores or placement documentation, transcripts, etc.
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Meet with an academic advisor to discuss your educational goals and plan your course schedule. For online students, advising can be completed through virtual appointments.
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Register for classes using MyNEVADA, the university's student information system.
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Pay tuition and fees by the deadline to avoid late payment charges.
For personalized guidance, you can speak with an advisor who can help you find a path that aligns with your educational goals.
Online college classes through Nevada Online can be more affordable than traditional on-campus classes in several ways:
For many Nevada Online students, online learning is more affordable because they don't need to pay some of the fees—such as health insurance—that are required from on-campus students.
Nonresident students who exclusively take online courses and whose addresses are outside of Nevada may qualify for discounted nonresident tuition fees through the NSHE Predictable Pricing Program.
Beyond tuition, online students also save on costs associated with commuting, parking, housing, and meal plans, making the overall cost of education potentially lower.
To get a clearer picture of costs for your specific situation, you can use the online program cost calculator available on the Nevada Online website.
Nevada Online courses are primarily offered in an asynchronous format, which allows you to complete coursework on your own schedule without needing to be online at specific times. This provides significant flexibility, but courses still follow structured deadlines.
While these courses offer flexibility in when you complete your work, they typically aren't completely self-paced without any deadlines.