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EDUC 31000 - Assessment and Intervention in Teaching Reading

Course Credit: 1
This course is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of formal and informal assessment and intervention strategies in the early childhood years. Topics include: observation and assessment of reading skills; value-added assessments; diagnosis and remediation of reading difficulties; use of children’s literature; multidisciplinary teaching, planning, and evaluation of instructional lessons and units; evaluation of technology tools; implementation of the I.E.P.; use of family-centered assessment; reflective practice; collegial relationships; and professionalism. An “impact on student learning” project is integral to this course and requires both pre- and post- assessments and a 12-week tutoring experience with school-aged children. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 10000  and EDUC 11000  Annually.