EDMG 3331 Reading Methods, 4-8

Foundation in the teaching of reading with an emphasis on the traditional and progressive strategies that reflect the reading/writing connections and support embedding reading and writing across the curriculum. Word recognition skills; phonics; comprehension; fluency; vocabulary development; relationship of reading and writing; spelling, listening, oral language, library, dictionary and study skills will be emphasized in how they relate to content area instruction. Directed field-based experience is required.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Pre-service Certificate

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to

1. Explore, compare, and contrast the major approaches to reading instruction, incorporating current theories and research practices. Meets InTASC Standard 4
2. Explain the importance of the Big Five in reading instruction to student achievement. Meets InTASC Standards 1-4
3. Describe, discuss, and synthesize the elements that are involved in a total reading program. Meets InTASC Standards 1-4
4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills for effective ways to organize and manage reading instruction in the classroom environment for all students, including diverse learners and children from different cultural backgrounds. Meets InTASC Standards 1-9
5. Apply research-based strategies for teaching reading comprehension. Meets InTASC Standards 1-9