RED 3309 EARLY AND EMERGENT LITERACY K-2 2-3 credits

This course is designed to increase understanding of early literacy development and the conditions which promote total literacy from birth through lower elementary grades. Language theory and current research are used to shape informed practices regarding literacy development. Connections are made among all aspects of literacy learning: reading, writing, listening, speaking and attitude development. The course explores and develops many related activities to foster a balanced, positive, constructive attitude towards literacy in young children. It includes a minimum of 15 school-based hours of observation/teaching reading in educational setting(s). This course is writing intensive. 47 contact hours.

RED 3309 / Topic #2: LEARNING TO READ: IMPACT

This course is designed to increase understanding of early and emergent literacy development and the conditions, which promote total literacy from birth through lower elementray grades K-2. Language theory and current research are used to shape informed practices regarding literacy development. This course explores and develops many related activities to foster a balanced, positive, constructive attitude towards literacy in young children. 32 contact hours.