LTED 611 - Diagnosis and Remediation (Elementary)

This course stresses the application of the theoretical knowledge of the reading process, recognition of the specific needs of different students, knowledge of instructional strategies, use of technology, and a grasp of methods of assessment to diagnose a student’s strengths and needs. Assessment and teaching are presented as dual tracks on which the teacher moves forward addressing the specific needs of a reader, and, consequently, learning more about the student. The course underscores and stresses the need to use assessment results to plan and implement instruction to accelerate the progress of poor readers. Classes are designed to interweave assessment and instruction - the assessment of being the warp through which the remediation or weft is woven. A field-based component is an integral part of the course, allowing for the thorough integration of theory and practice.

Prerequisites & Notes
30 hours fieldwork required. Open to Literacy program students only. Prerequisites: LTED 600, LTED 609 and LTED 612

Credits: 6