Literacy Research and Instruction in a Changing World
General
Prefix
ED
Course Number
616
Course Level
Graduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Education and Learning Design
Description
This course examines literacy theories and research that foster literacy learning, development, and effective instructional practices. In addition, this course seeks to promote literacy environments that advance equity, access, and diverse perspectives.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Write a philosophy of literacy instruction that includes theory and research and indicate how these translate into effective practices.
Outcome
Develop and articulate a shared vision that all students can learn literacy regardless of their cognitive, cultural, or linguistic backgrounds.
Outcome
Identify the progression of reading development (emergent, beginning, transitional, intermediate and advanced) and the variations related to cultural and linguistic diversity with a heightened awareness to the needs of readers who are experiencing difficulty.
Outcome
Develop a written philosophy regarding the physical, social, emotional, moral and cognitive development of children, preadolescents, and adolescents as it pertains to reading instruction.
Course Outline
Course Outline
Dependencies
Programs
ED616
is a
completion requirement
for: