5000

This course will examine the genres of children's literature and explore ways of using that literature in literacy events. The course provides opportunities for extensive reading and analysis of a wide variety of literature and study of notable authors and illustrators. A required independent project will focus on some aspect of children's literature and literacy.

The focus of this course is upon the diagnosis and remediation of reading problems in ages preschool through adult. Students will learn to diagnose reading problems and provide appropriate instructional strategies for remediation. Students will write and submit a research paper. A fee of $75 is required.

This course addresses planning and implementing effective, developmentally-appropriate English as a second language (ESL) instruction. Foundations of ESL education and factors that contribute to an effective multicultural and multilingual environment are presented. Research-based methods, as well as formal and informal assessment procedures and instruments are taught.

This course includes advanced methods, materials, and strategies for the teaching of content reading skills emphasizing comprehension, vocabulary study, library and study skills, and readability. In addition, attention is given to the needs and development of mature content level readers, integrating literature into content unit study, and use of creative and critical thinking skills. A required independent project focuses on current issues in content area reading.