Description
This course examines a range of research pertaining to reading, writing, and learning, including scientifically-based reading research, and knowledge of histories of reading. Practitioners focus on designing and implementing an integrated, comprehensive, and balanced curriculum that addresses the major components of reading (phonetic awareness, word identification, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension), as well as integrating research-based strategies and instructional technology that addresses all of the learners’ interests, motivation, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds. This course includes knowledge of grouping and differentiating instruction to meet the unique needs of all learners, including students with dyslexia, and it builds on the connections between speaking, reading, and writing to effectively teach writing as communication. Fulfills the state of Iowa’s requirement for reading curriculum and instruction and written communication instruction for the K-8 reading