RLR 595T Special Topics in Reading: Materials for Struggling and At-Risk

The purpose of this course is to facilitate knowledgeable, purposeful selection and use of materials for reading instruction, and to view these materials through the eyes of at-risk and struggling readers, K-12. Participants will evaluate text based upon the intents and purposes of the author or publisher and the text's actual features that support or challenge the struggling reader. The goals of skill development and motivation will be used to think about text features. Strategies for using materials effectively to meet the needs of struggling readers will be shared. Participants will evaluate the collections in their own classroom and schools in terms of availability and access. Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing 1-4 semester hours

Credits

1 TO 4