Reading Methods and Assessment (EDP4 207)

Term: 2021-2022 Fall Term

Faculty

Marie A Leahy SSJShow MyInfo popup for Marie A Leahy SSJ

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Theresa Ann DeckebachShow MyInfo popup for Theresa Ann Deckebach

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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM (8/30/2021 - 12/17/2021) Location: MAIN SJ 248

Description

Establishes the foundations of early literacy development of children Pre-K - 4 with specific attention to the reading building blocks of print concepts, phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, comprehension and fluency. Students explore reading research and methods with informational texts and multicultural literature. Emphasis is placed on using a Balanced Literacy Framework that scaffolds instruction through teacher read aloud, shared, guided, and independent reading. Lesson planning is linked to PA Core English Language Arts Standards for children PreK-4.