Literacy in Elementary Education

An examination of theory, research, and practice in elementary school literacy teaching and children’s literacy learning from social, cultural, andcognitive perspectives. Students examine and experiment with instructional practices currently used in schools, develop an appreciation for the interrelationship of assessment and teaching, and learn about the rich children’s literature available for elementary students. Twenty one (21) hours of field experience (3observational, 18 intermediate) provide an opportunity for students to practice teaching elements of literacy critical for purposeful oral, print, and digital communication. Cannot betaken concurrently with EDE 305.

Fall, Spring

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