ED 4200 - Foundations of Reading

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

School of Education

Description:

The purpose of this course is to prepare pre-service teachers to teach reading to students in elementary grades within a balanced and integrated language arts perspective. There will be discussions about and demonstrations of methods of organizing reading/writing literacy activities for a multicultural, inclusive classroom setting. Special attention is given to 1) the theoretical reading models, 2) reading and writing developmental stages, 3) the teaching of specific language skills and learning strategies, 4) planning for second language learners and children with learning disabilities 5) implementing the New York State Learning Standards for English Language Arts, and 6) Standards for the Assessment of Reading and Writing (IRA and NCTE). The course will include practical applications of methods and materials used in class. Each participant may be responsible for working with a child or children involved in the reading process. Offered every semester. Prerequisites: ED3700; EMS placement; proficiency in language arts; computer literacy is recommended.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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