An in depth study of the structured literacy approach in primary classrooms. Focus is on preventative foundations that scaffold literacy learning throughout school. Best practices in phonological and phonemic awareness, oral language development, and phonics are specifically rehearsed in a required 20-hour field experience in a K-1 classroom. Candidates explore the use of diagnostic literacy assessments to support early identification and intervention for struggling readers.
Prerequisites
Junior classification, program admission required.
Semester Offered
Spring Semester.