This study offers a glimpse into the feasibility and potential benefits of offering a common course across multiple institutions of higher education. The research-based course was designed to enhance students' knowledge and beliefs regarding intentional teaching practices in language and literacy instruction. Researchers found evidence that a standardized college course may successfully impact the knowledge and beliefs of students preparing to be early childhood educators. [This research brief is based on: Scott-Little, C., La Paro, K. M., Thomason, A. C., Pianta, R. C., Hamre, B. K., Downer, J. T., Burchinal, M., & Howes, C. (2011). Implementation of a course focused on language and literacy within teacher-child interactions: Instructor and student perspectives across three institutions of higher education. "Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education." (EJ935651)]