EDU 362 - Literacy in the Content Areas

Institution:

Southern New Hampshire University

Subject:

Education

Description:

In this course students will study effective practices to support the development of reading comprehension and writing skills for students in grades 4 - 8. The course will focus on informational text and how to assist children in comprehending and writing more effectively in their content area subjects. The course emphasizes reading comprehension, research and study skills, vocabulary development and techniques for summarizing information from expository text. Students will examine ways to address the needs of students with diverse cultural, language, and learning requirements.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.snhu.edu

Phone Number:

(603) 668-2211

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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