L.EDU 332 - Beginning Reading

Credits: 3

The major purpose of this course is to familiarize prospective teachers with the important aspects of beginning reading instruction and assessment procedures, and to study the effective principles of instruction in the five essential components of reading to students in grades K-2: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Prospective teachers will also learn to apply the most effective instructional plans, methods, and resources in a clinical setting. Includes information on reading difficulties and dyslexia.
Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program
Co-requisite: L.EDU 331
General Education Classification: Not Applicable