Integrated Literacy II

Catalog description

A study of methods, materials, and assessment related to literacy instruction. An emphasis on using assessment information for guided reading and writing as well as small group intervention to build literacy skills is provided. The focus is on learning how to integrate skills-based instruction with authentic literacy experiences. Research on best practices in literacy assessment and intervention is required. Extensive field experience included. Three semester hours. Prerequisite: EDUC 555. EDUC 580/580M. Behavior Support for Students with Disabilities – A study of behavioral supports for students with emotional and behavioral differences in the school setting. A focus will be placed on the range of characteristics, co-occurring conditions, performance issues in the core academic content, and effects of emotional factors on learning among students with emotional and behavioral differences. Candidates will learn to conduct functional behavior assessments, assess social behaviors, and prepare functional behavior assessment reports. An emphasis will be placed on non-aversive techniques, prevention and intervention strategies, strategies to teach alternative behaviors, and the creation of behavior support plans. Students will also complete a research project on evidence- based behavior supports for students with disabilities. Field experience required. Offered fall term each year. Three semester hours. EDUC 583/583M. Methods of Instruction in Special Education – Neurobiological and medical factors of students with learning and behavioral disabilities, characteristics influencing reading, writing, and math performance, and education procedures and materials for teaching students with learning and behavioral disabilities will be covered. Students will learn and apply evidence-based strategies including grouping arrangements, high- leverage practices, and supports for…