EDUC 342 - Curriculum and Instruction for Elementary and Middle School Reading

4 hours
This course is designed to provide understanding of the theoretical background as well as the processes and methodologies of reading instruction from kindergarten through grade nine. Emphases are placed on emergent literacy, word recognition, vocabulary development, comprehension, content areas, study skills and assessment. Candidates will gain understanding of the developmental reading needs of various cultures of bilingual children and instruction for various ability levels of readers. The course will be founded on an integrated and balanced literacy approach using reading strategies and technology. Includes a field experience. Prerequisite(s): admission to Teacher Education or permission of Director of Teacher Education. UG