Course Description
Inclement Weather: February 25, 2026
All classes starting prior to 11 a.m. will be remote. Classes after 11 a.m. will be in person. Non-essential staff should work remote until 11 a.m. then report to campus as scheduled.
ED 500 INTRO TO LANGUAGE & LITERACY 3.0 Credit(s)
This course examines children's language and literacy development from first to sixth grade. Candidates learn from an interdisciplinary body of scientifically-based research on literacy and issues related to reading and writing as well as sociocultural perspectives that shape literacy instruction. Evidence-based teaching approaches are introduced to support teacher candidates' foundational understanding of the development of word recognition, language comprehension, and writing. Candidates also learn about the role of language and culture on literacy learning with an emphasis on linguistic diversity and culturally and historically responsive instruction.
Offered: Spring & Summer Semesters All Years
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