The Psychology of Reading

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Psychological principles underlying the process of reading and comprehending, with application to instruction. EDPSY 526 The Psychology of Reading (3)This course explores the psychological processes of reading including topics such as phonological processing, vocabulary development, and comprehension. Students in this course will complete readings that help them to understand the research foundations for these psychological processes of reading and how these processes can be understood in relation to one another. Throughout the course, students will be encouraged to consider how each topic relates to broader considerations in the field of reading. For example, the class may explore how knowledge of psychological processes can be applied to address questions of beginning reading instruction, second language learning, and text design. A variety of class formats, such as small group discussions and topic presentations, may be used to support these explorations.