EDUC-577: Elementary Content Area Literacy

Credits 3

The Elementary Content Area Literacy course provides an overview of literacy instruction in the domains of comprehension, fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and writing in the elementary content areas leading to enhanced conceptual knowledge for students. Exploration of the developmental and instructional implications related to fluent reading, vocabulary acquisition, comprehension and writing instruction through fiction and nonfiction texts as applied in Social Studies and Science will be explored. Candidates conclude their instructional skills development in the areas defined by the National Reading Panel.