ELSE 4305LITERACY ASSESSMENT AND INTERVENTION

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This course will examine reading assessment theory, materials, and procedure, as well as disciplinary literacy concepts. This course will also engage students in instructional strategies to compare and contrast multiple literacy text across genres, cultures and centuries. Students will learn to use a variety of reading assessments in a valid and reliable manner to make on-going instructional changes. Additionally, students will use this assessment information to plan and implement instruction in their field placements. Candidates will be trained to diagnose reading difficulties and implement interventions. This course is part of the Internship I cohort. Course restricted to Elementary Education K-6 and Special Education K-12 majors only. Prerequisite: All Junior Block classes and requirements must be successfully completed.