EG 5803 - Literacy Foundations and Standards (3)

This course is an in-depth look into research on how children become literate and the practical implications of this research for teachers. It focuses on equipping future teachers with the theoretical knowledge and pedagogical skills that will help them make appropriate assessment and instructional decisions as they teach children to become adept readers and writers. In addition, course objectives and topics are grounded in the five essential components of reading and the Common Core State Standards.