EDU 620 - Literacy Development and Instruction

Becoming a reader is a developmental process, and literacy acquisition is continuous throughout a person’s life. This course examines theoretical frameworks for literacy instruction based on this perspective. Current issues in the teaching of reading will be examined with an emphasis on applications for Pre-K-12, adult learners, English language learners, and learners with special needs. Effective instructional methods and authentic assessment tools will be modeled and practiced. Readings represent contemporary research and practice, and assignments are intended for purposeful application. Through class sessions, classroom practice, and professional reading, students will be expected to synthesize information, generate implications for literacy instruction, and apply their learning by assessing and creating an instructional plan for a learner.

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Credits: 3

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Course Type: Education