EDU 5344 Literacy, Instruction, Assessment, and Practice
This course addresses the major components of literacy programs form early childhood through 8th grade. The theoretical foundations of literacy are discussed as well as the interrelated components of literacy across all developmental stages of oral and written language. Current, research-based literacy development knowledge and strategies are explored, along with appropriate literacy assessment methods, commensurate with state requirements for students and teachers. Candidates will investigate essential literacy components of oral language, phonological awareness, phonics, the alphabetic principle, word analysis, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension and written language.
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Ten hours of field based experience (observation) required.