ED 435 - Literacy I

3 Credit(s)

This course will introduce the many facets of literacy including development, instruction, and assessment of literacy skills. The works of Vygotsky and Clay will be explored for their practical impact on the teaching of literacy. Students will engage in formative assessment techniques to support targeted instruction of phonemic awareness, word work, vocabulary development, shared reading, and comprehension. Practicum placements will focus on the use of guided reading or reader’s workshop as an instruction techniques.

Prerequisite(s): Emergent Professional Transition required or approval of School of Education.