LIT5163 - Principles of Elementary ELA and Literacy

Credits: 3

This course builds key concepts related to phonemic awareness and phonics, shaping an emerging understanding of the connection between language and the written code, listening and talking, and ELA principles. Essential components of effective reading instruction will be explored using research based best practices. Students will analyze critical elements of emerging skills to foster the use of appropriate instruction and assessment strategies across developmental stages, content areas and technology to support elementary age learners.