EDUC 292

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Literacy in Schools: An Introduction

Education Undergraduate PUGET - Puget Sound

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Course Description

Teaching students to read is a fundamental task of teachers in every class and grade level. This course examines the nature of reading and provides an introduction to well balanced reading instruction in grades K-12. Through readings, writing, discussion, and time spent in schools, students are introduced to the nature of reading, how young people learn to read, and instruction that fosters lasting literacy. Successful completion of this course requires a commitment to spend regular time in schools, participating in the teaching of reading or writing.

Course Typically Offered

Offered every other year.

Career

Undergraduate

Catalog Course Attributes

CO24 - EXLN (Experiential Learning), CORE - EXLN (Experiential Learning Grad Req), INTD - EDUC (Education Studies Minor EDUC)

Min Units

0.25

Max Units

0.25

Name

Lecture

Optional Component

No

Final Exam Type

No