CUR 532 - Vocabulary: Gateway to Expression

Credits: 3
This course highlights the development of current trends in vocabulary development and focuses on the impact of vocabulary development on literacy and writing skills. Current research trends and findings in the vocabulary development field including tiered vocabulary instruction have resulted in the refinement of classroom instruction and intervention strategies for improved receptive and expressive language
development. This course utilizes discussion, reflection, and the creation of a plan of action specific to grade level tiered vocabulary development in order to strengthen student content knowledge and the development of higher level thinking skills.