XMA 530 - Literacy Dev (Inst Stra for Diverse Lrn)

Institution:

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Gradate Studies

Description:

This course focuses on teaching reading in the elementary/middle schools. It examines how literacy develops through the influence of the home, school and larger society. It presents a historical overview of the changing views of literacy and its impact on instruction, to more current and significant research theories and practices in Reading Education. Participants will examine such topics as technology in reading instruction and learning; teaching students from various cultural and linquistic backgrounds; and students with special challenges will be discussed. The course offers multiple methods of instruction, along with principles to help teachers choose among options for specific students and situations. Class participants will engage in discussion and assignments geared towards the use of authentic literature, integration of instruction in the language arts and across curriculum, holistic instruction, active involvement of students in learning activities, and use of alternative assessment measures. Pre-Requisite: None

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cheyney.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 399-2275

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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