Description
Focus is on strategies for developing literacy in the language arts classroom and across the curriculum for grades 4-8. Students design an interdisciplinary thematic unit, using narrative and expository literature, content frameworks, Common Core Curriculum State Standards, and best research-based practices. Study of quantitative assessment includes discussion of state and national accountability initiatives, as well as the use of assessment results to improve instruction. Undergraduate Prerequisite: ED224 or Instructor Permission. 15 hours of field/clinical experience is required.