ERL 405 Introduction to Literacy Support

This course focuses on the continuum of language and literacy development, from the theoretical to practical application in a variety of reading instruction models. Topics include literacy instruction that supports students' learning with increasingly difficult concepts and texts, literacy skills considered from the developmental perspective, and their relationship to language acquisition and development as well as the construction of meaning. 

Credits

4

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Develop an understanding of the developmentally appropriate learning and teaching concepts and practices that support language acquisition and literacy development.
3. Develop an understanding of the major theories and empirical research regarding child development in language/literacy.
4. Apply appropriate and varied instructional and assessment approaches in language acquisition and literacy development for all learners.