Methods of Teaching Content Literacy Including ELA and Social Studies

Catalog description

This course focuses on the literacy development (reading comprehension, writing, speaking, and listening) of general and special education children in Grades P-6 across the content areas. Using evidence-based strategies, candidates will plan, implement, and research techniques for supporting students' phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and fluency with a variety of print and digital texts. In addition, they will engage in action research in the literacy classroom, expanding their repertoire of intentional strategy implementation. Ongoing assessment and instructional planning of modifications, accommodations will be explored in inclusive educational settings. Special attention is noted for students with special needs, including those with high incidence learning disabilities, dyslexia, and exceptional learners.