EDU 218 - Facilitating Reading Literacy for Regular and Special Needs Learners at the ??????????? Intermediate Level

Institution:

Daemen University

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Description:

This course extends the study completed in EDU 217 by exploring in depth alterations/ modifications/ extensions of strategies which further facilitate language development and reading acumen for intermediate level and middle school children and youths. Emphasized are the development and utilization of a broad spectrum of pedagogical methodologies designed to foster reading literacy and confidence and competence in writing, speaking, and listening. Diagnostic, prescriptive, and evaluative techniques appropriate to the intermediate child and middle school youth are addressed, including major modifications which must be made to accommodate the needs of students with disabilities. The critical assessment of commercial reading and other language arts programs/materials/strategies, designed for the fluent reader, is also a major intended course outcome. Prerequisite: EDU 217. A student must earn a "C" or better in this course to continue in the certification program. Offered Each Year (Spring).

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.daemen.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 839-3600

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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