Foundations of Literacy Development
Foundations of Literacy Development
Language and literacy development for first and second language learners including theoretical underpinnings, processes, historical foundations, and instructional contexts that support language and literacy development for all K-6 children.
| Hours | 3.0 Credit, 3.0 Lecture, 0.0 Lab |
| Prerequisites | Admittance into elementary education program. |
| Taught | Fall, Winter, Spring |
Course Outcomes:
Theories and Process of Reading and Writing
Explain, compare and critique theories of reading and writing processes and development with supporting research evidence. (ILA Standard 1.1.1)
Language Processes
Explain and apply first language acquisition processes that support literacy development across elementary years, e.g., cueing systems, vocabulary, teacher talk). (ILA Standard 1.1.2)
Second Language and Literacy Acquisition
Explain, apply, and compare/contrast knowedge about second language literacy development in context. (ILA Standard 1.1.3 & 9)
Literacy Processes
Explain and apply reading and writing development across elementary years, e.g., word recognition, language comprehension, strategic knowledge, spelling, qualities of good writing, and reading/writing connections. (ILA Standard 1.1.2)
Historical Foundations of Literacy Instruction
Identify and synthesize major milestones in literacy instruction.(ILA Standard 1.2.1)