GED 643 - Structured Literacy Instruction for Students with Disabilities, Pre-K-Grade 8

This course provides an in-depth study of research-based practices and materials to be implemented when working with students with reading and writing difficulties. Participants will develop sound assessment skills that will inform and guide their practice with struggling learners, including those with dyslexia. Participants will learn to develop comprehensive learning profiles of students to target areas of relative weakness and to build upon areas of relative strength and interest during instruction. Methods used to teach phonemic awareness, decoding, comprehension, vocabulary development, spelling, fluency, study skills, and written expression will be covered. The emphasis of the course is on pre-k through elementary level practices. Course times include practicum experience with elementary students.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites/Restrictions:
GED 522, GED 606 or GED 640