SED 325 - Learning to Read (Education)

3 Credit(s)

This course focuses on the examination and application of current research-based strategies for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills to young children. Emphasis is on selecting, implementing, and adapting effective instructional strategies, curriculum resources, and technologies to meet the needs of diverse learners including students with learning disabilities. Communicating effectively with parents/guardians, lesson planning, development of instructional materials, children’s literature, and assessment based on national and Pennsylvania Core Standards are emphasized.  Field experience is a required component of this course.  Formal admission into the Education Program required. Required Clearances.

 Credits: 3.

 When Offered: Fall semester.

 Fee.

 Prerequisite: SED 201  or SED 202 .