EDUC 151S - Literacy and Service Learning

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

Education

Description:

Recent research on the role of service learning in promoting literacy development in children; the impact of service learning, volunteering, and school-based tutoring programs on students in K-12 schools; literacy issues such as phonics versus whole language; cognitive approaches to developing reading comprehension; methods of teaching beginning reading; reading learning disabilities; and the impact of cultural diversity on literacy. Includes a service-learning component in the local schools. Required participation in service learning. Instructor: Malone

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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