This course focuses on developing literacy (speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing) in children from Birth-6th grade with extension into the middle/high school grades. Emphasis is placed on the integration of all dimensions of literacy in the classroom as well as the integration of learning and teaching theories with practical applications. Students will review the latest research about literacy development and explore the following components of literacy in detail: Oral language, word study, comprehension, reading, writing and ESL strategies.
Field experience required.
Prerequisites
Admission to the Division.