EDU 370 - Language and Literacy Acquisition and Development in Children: Birth- Grade

Institution:

Iona University

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Description:

This course emphasizes the acquisition and the development of language and literacy in children. The teaching of reading and writing as a constructive process within a well-balanced literacy program will be emphasized, an appropriate model for instructing children in inclusive classrooms. Teacher candidates will learn to use instructional strategies with children who are linguistically and culturally diverse, as well as those who have a wide range of special needs. Assessment strategies to monitor literacy growth, the use of technology to support literacy, and the selection and use of developmentally appropriate materials are included in this course. A field experience and submission of Task Stream Portfolio are required. Permission of the department is required. 3 credits. F

Credits:

6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.iona.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 633-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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