READ 7350 - Early Childhood Literacy Instruction and Assessment

Three credit hours.

This course will focus on the foundations of literacy instruction at the primary level (Pre-K through grade 4). Emphasis will be given to learning to teach through the components of a balanced literacy program and the supporting theories and research. Special attention will be placed on designing and managing literate classroom environments, the importance of selecting and using appropriate texts, developing students’ language and literacy skills, and using assessments to guide instruction.