RLR505 Reading and Language Arts Instruction of Linguistically Diverse Students

This course focuses on the literacy instruction of children of diverse linguistic backgrounds (K-9) in all types of classrooms. Students will become familiar with biliterate (including native language) and second language (L2) reading and language arts processes, curricular materials, instructional practices and strategies, and assessments through analysis of research literature and participation in experiential activities. Students will also be involved in the development of a critical stance toward controversial issues involving biliteracy and the reading and language arts curriculum. Course may be repeated for a maximum of three semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Basic undergraduate or graduate reading methods course or RLR500. 1-3 semester hours