SPED 3550 - Reading in Special Education

Institution:

Fitchburg State University

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Description:

3 cr. 3 hrs. This course addresses the serious consequences of reading disabilities and related disorders, as well as the condition of dyslexia and the historical and contemporary theories on what goes wrong in the reading acquisition process in children with dyslexia. Assessment of dyslexia and related disorders will be analyzed. The course also focuses on general principles derived from research on effective techniques for working with children with dyslexia and on the application of those techniques in specific areas of the language arts: phonological awareness, phonics knowledge, automaticity and fluency in word reading, reading comprehension, spelling, handwriting and composition. It addresses the relationship between reading, writing and spelling instruction. It is taken in conjunction with the Integrated Professional Pre-Practicum/ Practicum ( IPP). Prerequisite: SPED 3440

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fitchburgstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 345-2151

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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