Description
Study of the philosophy, research, methods connected with understanding and implementing an effective reading and language arts program in grades PreK-3. Emphasis is placed on the foundational skills such as teaching of phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension and fluency as well as the appropriate selection of children’s literature and the foundations of writing. Students begin to develop a portfolio of reading strategies. Meets Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction requirements for Act 20 literacy instruction . Includes 15 hours of required fieldwork. Prerequisite: EDU 312 or consent of Department Chair.