RED 4519 - Diagnosis and Intervention in Reading-BS

3 class hours 3 Credit(s)
Prerequisite(s): RED 4012 and admission into the Bachelor of Science in Education program or special permission from the Associate Dean of Baccalaureate Programs
This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to a wide range of reading assessment instruments and scientifically-based strategies used for understanding the individual and diverse needs of children. Candidates in this course will focus on effective use of assessment data to identify areas of concern and to plan, evaluate, and revise effective reading instruction to prevent difficulties and promote development. This class will explore materials and methods for a student-centered approach which builds on the students’ strengths and will focus on developing intervention plans for struggling readers. After taking this course, teacher candidates will have a stronger understanding of the reading process including the five dimensions of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension) and factors that promote effective teaching of literacy skills.