SCIENCE OF READING II FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Catalog description

This course addresses reading and writing instruction across the curriculum including processes and skills students engage in to develop vocabulary, comprehend text, and compose quality written work. The difficulties encountered by students with language and learning differences (including ELL/ESL) are reviewed. Pedagogical research providing "best practices" in teaching vocabulary, comprehension, and writing is emphasized. Students will develop skills for teaching reading/writing vocabulary, reading comprehension, and writing process/products and explore technology that supports instruction. The course addresses development of language, reading (vocabulary & comprehension), and writing from birth through adulthood. PREREQ: ADMISSION TO PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND SPECED 325