MEDUC 528 - Processes and Acquisition of Reading

Credits: (3)
Assists teacher candidates in understanding the reading acquisition process through observation and analysis of reading and written language development, and the study of current issues in reading research. It is organized around current, accepted, research-based theoretical models that account for individual differences in reading. Introduction to language structures including spoken syllables, phonemes, graphemes and morphemes is included in this course. Participants will apply knowledge of the core areas of language to reading acquisition in terms of first and second language acquisition, typical development and exceptionalities. Participants will be introduced to current scientific research. Field observations in a classroom setting are required (three 1-hour blocks total). MSDE approved. Spring.