EDU 334 - Integrated Reading & Language Arts Methods

A course designed to assist prospective teachers in acquiring the competencies necessary to organize, instruct, evaluate, and manage the communication skills in the elementary/middle school programs. Course content focuses on the theories, approaches and related materials and effective practices in developmental listening, speaking, reading and writing in grades K-6. The focus is on an integrated approach to communication skills acquisition. Students are required to demonstrate competency in utilizing technology for skill reinforcement. Consideration is given to the needs of exceptional children in the regular classroom. A 20 hour internship is required.

Prerequisites: EDU 216 or permission of instructor

Corequisites: EDU 359

Course Typically Offered: Fall

Credits: 3