Literacy Instructions for Diverse Learners

Catalog description

This course examines literacy development for children with diverse learning needs related to cognitive, behavioral, linguistic, cultural, and gender factors. Issues explored include the identification/special assessment/intervention process, the impact of mandated state literacy assessments on compensatory literacy programs, and the role of the literacy specialist and special educators in supporting students both through inclusion and pull-out programs. There will be a focus on remedial listening, speaking, reading, and writing strategies to support students experiencing difficulty in decoding/encoding, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension, including native English speakers and English language learners. Credit Badge: Learning to Work with Students With Special Needs.