SPE 509 Methods of Instruction in Foundational Literacy for Diverse Learners

This course investigates the current state of literacy education in U.S. schools and presents literacy access as a civil right to be ensured for all learners. It is designed on the principles of the science of reading and explicit instruction. Teacher candidates will build knowledge and skill to address the assessment and instruction of the five components of effective reading instruction for diverse learners, specifically students diagnosed, or at increased risk of being diagnosed, with a reading disability. Instruction in the use of literacy assessment tools, analysis and interpretation of effective teaching practices are covered. All students will be required to complete 10 hours of field work within this course. Pre-requisite(s): MAT candidates: SPE 500, SPE 501, SPE 502 or SPE 526, SPE 572. Non-MAT candidates register for course through advisor. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours