EDUC 331 - Teaching of Reading 3 hours

The study of how to teach reading skills. Students learn to describe, compare and contrast theories, models, approaches and methods of teaching reading. Phonic methods and whole language methods are taught and studied, as are individualized teaching strategies, unique uses of children’s literature, and writing processes. Prerequisites: EDUC 300 or EDUC 505 and admission to the Teacher Certification Program. Includes field experience of 15 hours. $40 lab fee.