RLL479 Literacy Methods II: 5-9

This course introduces key issues in the development of strategic reading and writing of both narrative and informational texts. Students will become familiar with theoretically sound, research-based instructional strategies for the teaching of advanced and content- area reading and writing. Students will learn literacy assessments appropriate for middle grade learners and how to use assessment plus an understanding of adolescent learners to plan and implement appropriate literacy instruction. Prerequisite(s): Admission to NCE, Elementary Education program, RLL478. 2 quarter hours