LANG 8320 - Reading Strategies

This course is designed to prepare teachers and leaders in literacy to promote and sustain reading competencies of K-12 learners. Teachers of reading will investigate the reading process and strategies that are appropriate for classroom implementation. Teachers will explore literature resources, with an emphasis on children’s literature, that support literacy development. Upon completion, teachers will be able to select and incorporate instructional strategies into the curriculum; and model reading strategies for students in their classrooms.

Credits: 2

Note: Teacher candidates need to arrange to do 3 hours of field experiences at the middle or high school level.