ED 320 - Teaching Reading and Language Arts

Institution:

Saint Vincent College

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Description:

This course addresses the continuing development and refinement of literacy skills during the intermediate grades. The focus is on presenting the components required in a balanced program for language arts instruction. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening strategies across the curriculum are emphasized along with problem solving and higher level thinking skills. Various approaches for reading and writing instruction are examined including the use of basal readers and reading and writing workshops. Guidelines and techniques for teaching grammar, spelling, and handwriting are learned and presented in lesson plans that comply with State and National Standards. Students continue their study of children's literature by reviewing several chapter books, participating in a literature response group, and by developing a literature focus unit. Appropriate instructional technologies are included in this course. Observations of language arts lessons and/or a tutoring experience are required. This course includes both lecture and laboratory components and meets three hours per week. Tubercular check, Act 151 and Act 34 clearances, must be obtained before beginning of class. Two credits.

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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