LTED 621 - Reading as a Language-Based Process

The course content focuses upon the theories of language acquisition and their influence on reading instruction; stresses the symbiotic relationship between oral language and development and learning to read, and targets the role of oral and aural abilities’ contributions to acquiring literacy behaviors. The course is designed to underscore the necessary philosophical and theoretical foundations as well as practical applications to support teachers’ developing diversified instruction to help all students as they engage in learning the new modes of language- reading and writing. Students will gear their reading and writing assignments toward their specific level of certification. Prerequisite: LTED 600 or Program Director’s approval.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: LTED 600 or Program Director’s approval

Credits: 3