EDU 2015 - Literacy Processes and Acquisition

Credits: 4
Examines the acquisition of reading, the foundations of reading development, and the interactive nature of the reading process. The course content addresses cognitive development, language processes, phonological awareness, phonics, and vocabulary knowledge in relationship to literacy acquisition. Candidates also explore the three purposes for reading and various text formats within a comprehensive balanced literacy program. A two-hour, twice a week practicum for the semester in an elementary school is the field experience for this course.
This course is for Elementary Education students only.
Prerequisites Education 1111 or 1141, sophomore status.
Co-requisite EDU 2115 Field Practicum.