EDUC 3331 Reading Methods

Foundation in the teaching of reading with a focus on a balanced literacy program through the integration of reading across the curriculum. Developmental reading programs, whole-language, emergent literacy, phonemic awareness and reading readiness will be addressed. Emphasis will also be placed on engaging diverse learners through various approaches and responses to reading. Directed fieId-based experience is required.

Registration Name

Reading Methods

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Preservice Certificate and EDUC 2000

Offered

TBA

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Compare the major approaches to reading instruction, incorporating current theories, culturally responsive practices, and research practices.
2. Describe research-based strategies and techniques for teaching phonological awareness, phonics/word accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary to diverse learners. 
3. Explain methods of collecting formative and summative data for planning reading instruction. 
4. Model research-based strategies for teaching reading comprehension using narrative and expository texts in face-to-face and digital classrooms.
5. Design an original lesson plan in two formats, face-to-face and digital, that meet the needs of each learner.