EDU 306 Literacy and Language Arts for K-8
This course is designed to assist elementary and middle candidates with an awareness of the importance of literacy and language arts in the 21st century classroom. Candidates will be immersed in literacy and reading instruction as they develop oral and communication skills. Literacy and children's literature will be interwoven to ensure that all students achieve their full literacy potential. The overarching goal will be to examine the relationship between language arts and children's literature as the two processes are integrated while promoting a lifelong interest in books. Emphasis will be placed on many genres of literature that will support the curriculum and meet established standards. An iPad is required for this course. Twelve hours Clinical Experience required. Clinical Experience placement requests will be communicated by the Director of Clinical Experiences. Candidates must request a placement by the deadline and complete the experience in the assigned placement. Transportation to and from placement is the responsibility of the candidate.
Prerequisites
EDU 250 with grade of "C" or better and
EDU 302 with a grade of "C" or better
Offered
Fall and Spring