EDU 6426 — Developmental Language, Literacy, and Writing: Assessment and Instruction
4 semester hoursGraduateLecture
Introduces fundamental theoretical instructional principles of developing oral and written language, reading, writing, and language arts skills. Offers students an opportunity to learn about materials, instructional strategies, classroom-based assessment for literacy development and instruction, and empowering both elementary and secondary readers. Links a focus on early literacy acquisition with clinical assessment and questions regarding English-language learners and students with mild-to-moderate learning disabilities and variations. Studies a multisensory, tiered evidenced-based reading program with a strong phonological foundation, including how specific dyslexia scales are used for early identification and monitoring.