Literacy Instruction In K-3 Classrooms

Catalog description

Candidates will learn about theories of language and literacy development as related to the research and practice of a balanced approach to literacy instruction in the primary grades, K-3. Prerequisite(s): EDCI 35501 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C Course Learning Outcomes 1. Create environments that foster language development. 2. Select, analyze and adapt materials for developmentally appropriate literacy instruction. 3. Select, use and interpret appropriate assessment, documentation and observation tools to inform instruction. 4. Use assessments to identify teaching strategies to support emergent and beginning readers. 5. Understand the role of the family in children’s literacy development and involve families in reciprocal respectful relationships to support this development. View Class Schedule