May 31, 2024  
2022-2023 Springfield College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Springfield College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDUC 327 - Methods for Teaching Reading and Language Arts in Early Childhood and Elementary Classrooms


Reading, writing, listening, and speaking are integrated through a balanced approach to teaching reading and language arts. Through coursework and classroom teaching, students analyze the reading theory, research, and practice. Topics include first and second language acquisition, emergent literacy, phonemic awareness, phonics, organizing literacy instruction, assessment, and evaluation.  Course requirements include 50 hours of supervised pre-practicum experience.

Prerequisites & Notes
A passing score on at least one subtest of the MTEL Communication and Literacy test.



Credits: 4-4.5