EDRD 5859 - Book Study: Learning to be Literate-Intentional from the Start
Course Description
Recent media stories about education have featured the “Science of Reading,” whose proponents typically present the systematic teaching of phonics as a one-size-fits-all method that guarantees reading success for all students. However, decoding of words is only one of many skills that are central to effective early literacy education. This course takes a concentrated look at the often-underestimated reading and writing work that occurs during the emergent reading stages of literacy development. There is no single framework or solution that will fit every child. Educators can help young learners think deeply about ideas and language at the same time as they learn to work out the sounds and symbol systems of language.Learner Outcomes
By the end of the course participants will be able to:
- Identify how emergent readers learn
- Place children at the appropriate level
- Use the ALL framework to inform instruction
- Teach children to think deeply about ideas and language
- Coach students for reading, writing, and word study
Notes
A link to the Armchair Ed course assignments and exams will be included in the registration confirmation and receipt email that will be automatically sent to students immediately upon completion of the registration process. Any required textbooks must be purchased separately.
The link can also be accessed after enrollment by logging into the Student Portal and clicking the link listed under View Online Resources.