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EDLT 413 - Literacy Teaching and Learning Grades 4-8


Description:
Theories of literacy development for grades 4-8. Methods and materials of developing literacy skills including oral (listening and speaking) and written language (reading and writing). Specific focus on  assessment, word study, vocabulary development, fluency, and writing.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ELEM 341.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student/teacher candidate will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the literacy development learning processes of learners in grades 4-8
  • Demonstrate knowledge and applications of the reading and writing process for learners in grades 4-8
  • Demonstrate knowledge and application of using materials appropriate for literacy learners in grades 4-8, including core reading, literature, information/media, and print/non-print media 
  • Provide definitions and examples of key concepts for learners in grades 4-8 in these areas: (a) children’s conceptual knowledge at various developmental levels, (b) form and structure of language, (c) social knowledge and skills, and (d) evaluation of children’s literacy acquisition.
  • Demonstrate how theory is put into practice in each of these areas: (a) vocabulary development, (b) comprehension (c) fluency (d) listening and speaking skills, (e) word identification, including sight words, phonics, structural analysis (f) spelling development (g) writing
  • Identify and explain key concepts in second language acquisition.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of constructing a classroom environment that fosters literacy for learners in grades 4-8 

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
6/4/19

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations: Ellensburg, Online



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