EDU 317 - Language Acquisi t ion and Emergent Li teracy I I, K- Grade

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Touro College

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Creation of language-rich environments and holistic approaches to reading instruction that meet the needs of children with varying language preparation and aptitudes as well as children from diverse backgrounds. Use of a range of teaching and learning modalities. Attention to connections between speech sounds and spellings; the alphabetic principle and recognition of words through letter-sound relations; achieving fluency and comprehension; spelling conventions. Emphasis on language-related experiences at home as well as school and the importance of frequent opportunities to write. Identification of services needed for children who are not making adequate progress in reading, and the importance of coordination of efforts among general educators, special educators, and reading specialists. Discussion of approaches used with languageminority children, including the conditions under which greater or lesser emphasis is placed on reading in the native language. Pre- or corequisite: EDU 201. 3 credits. SpEd 313 Developmental ly Appropr iate Learning Exper iences for Young Except ional Chi ldren Introduction to educational programs for infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, kindergarten students, and first and second graders with disabilities. Review of developmentally appropriate integrated curriculum content; materials and activities in language arts, books, music, art, blocks sand, water play, cooking, books and other play activities; parents as collaborators. Comparison of early intervention and early childhood special education programs reflected in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Comparison of least restrictive environment and natural environment approaches. Prerequisite: EDU 311 or EDU 312 and EDU 316 or EDU 317. 3 credits. SpEd 314 Addressing Chal lenging Behaviors of Young Except ional Chi ldren Setting up and managing play and learning activities in safe and developmentally appropriate environments for infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, kindergarten students, and first and second graders with disabilities. Understanding temperament and its impact on the parent-child and teacher-child relationship; supporting positive parent-child interactions. Role of the teacher in guiding young children in the development of self-discipline and communication and social skills necessary for constructive peer relations and group living; interventions for prevention and management of challenging behaviors. Prerequisite: EDU 311 or EDU 312 and EDU 316 or EDU 317. 3 credits.

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2.00

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Institution Website:

www.touro.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 463-0400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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