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Reading Education
RDG 300
Language Development and Early Literacy
3 credits
Students examine language and its relationship to developing literacy. Students develop an awareness of social and cultural language differences, language acquisition of young children, assessment and intervention of language and communication, facilitation of literacy, and the relationship of oral language to the development of writing and reading. Five (5) hours of clinical observation and study of young children's language and literacy is required.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 201
RDG 301
Teaching of Reading/Writing
3 credits
This course presents the fundamental concepts and principles of reading instruction, with an emphasis on the critical analysis of varied materials and techniques. The reading and writing connection is emphasized. Readiness, beginning reading instruction, vocabulary development, word attack skills, comprehension, organizations of reading instruction, and other aspects of the reading program are included, with the major focus on the process approach to writing.
Prerequisite(s): RDG 300 for K-6 concentration
RDG 302
Literature for Children
3 credits
This course is a study of literature for children and adolescents, designed for teachers and others who work with students. Knowledge of literature and how to incorporate literature effectively into an integrated curriculum is the major focus. Education students will read and study a minimum of 45 books for children, from toddlers to adolescents. The majority of books studied by education students are appropriate for the age/grade level they plan to teach, i.e., the level of certification sought.
Prerequisite(s): RDG 300 for K-6 concentration; RDG 305 for 6-8 concentration
RDG 305
Reading in the Content Areas
3 credits
Students examine theories about the reading process and reading to learn. Emphasis is placed on practical strategies for acquiring knowledge through reading in a variety of subject areas at the middle level.
RDG 306
Diagnosis/Correction of Reading Difficulties
3 credits
The focus is on the nature of reading problems and examination of methods, techniques, and materials used in diagnosing and correcting reading-related difficulties. Attention is focused on the learner and interpretation of physiological, psychological, sociological, emotional, and educational factors which influence reading achievement. Provisions are made for identification, analysis, and interpretation of informal and formal measures of reading performance and for the development of instructional strategies employed in the remediation process.
Prerequisite(s): RDG 301
RDG 401
Methods of Teaching Language/Literacy
3 credits
Students learn lesson and unit planning as required by teacher evaluation systems. Content, methods, materials, and demonstration of the integrated language areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing are addressed. A major focus of this course is the pre-reading and pre-writing abilities of young children. The development of vocabulary, spelling, and handwriting will be included. All language/literacy areas will be related to the developmental stages, needs, interests, and background of the child. A five (5) hour clinical experience in schools is required.
Prerequisite(s): RDG 300 and passing score on all sections of PRAXIS I