EDUC 502 - Literacy Development in Elementary School

This course focuses on research and pedagogy for delivering a balanced and comprehensive program of instruction in reading, writing, and related language arts areas in linguistically and/or culturally diverse elementary classrooms. Topics include: basic word analysis skills and comprehension strategies, literature-based instruction, vocabulary development, on-going diagnostic strategies/interventions, content area literacy, and organizing for instruction. Individuals taking this course must earn at least a B- in order for the course to count towards preliminary credential. Fieldwork required. Requires Certificate of Clearance (CoC)

See Department of Education & Child Development

Pre-req: EDUC 300/500 or EDUC 401/501
Cross-listed with EDUC 402
3 credits