EDUC 0343 - Content Area Literacy: Elementary

Fall, Spring & Summer 1 Credit Hour
Expand and extend the knowledge base acquired from Introduction to Developmental Reading; explore, study, apply, and assimilate new learning about effective reading/study-skill strategies appropriate to the development and needs of the elementary-school population; design and construct enrichment materials to enhance reading in the content areas; develop knowledge on assessing elementary students ’ needs, plan instruction based on those needs, and select appropriate and effective reading/study-skills instruction strategies; and focus on the importance of recreational reading as a lifetime habit. Prerequisite: EDUC 0340 and EDUC 0342 (Must be taken concurrently with EDUC 0470 .) Course Charge: $5.00 Education Special Course Chg, $12.50 Teacher Education Program Chg