EDU 17 — Literacy: Grades 1 - 6
Designed to provide an understanding of the multiple ways children develop language and literacy; to review the psychological principles underlying current models in literacy instruction; to plan literacy activities to engage the learner in the use of word study, comprehension and problem solving strategies; to understand the interconnection of the family and the learning environment; and to develop an awareness of the various genres and the reading interests of children. Projects related to assessment of language and literacy development are assigned. The use of technology is introduced as appropriate. Requires visits to early childhood and childhood learning environments with diverse socioeconomic populations, and contributions to each student's academic portfolio.