EDU 242H - Foundations of Reading and Language Arts - Honors

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
This is an honors course.

Examine the theories, processes and acquisition of reading and language arts. Identify the cognitive, linguisitc, social and physiological factors involved in oral and written language development.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for Honors courses and EDU 133  and MAT 221  or MAT 222  or MAT 223 ; or a bachelor’s degree or permission from department chair.

Crosslisted: Also offered as EDU 242 ; credit is not given for both EDU 242H and EDU 242 .

Note: EDU 242 is a Maryland State Department of Education approved reading course. Typically offered OL; fall, spring, and summer terms.

Course Outcomes:
    

a.  Identify the component processes involved in reading and writing.

b. Apply knowledge of the component processes involved in reading and writing to understand the reading and writing processes of native English speakers and English learners.

c. Describe how key components of reading and writing processes develop and what biological, cognitive, linguistic and sociocultural factors may influence literacy development.

d. Understand characteristics that define evidence-based practices in literacy programming and instruction.

e. Use evidenced-based criteria to select and organize print and multimf. Use a variety of print and multimedia resources to engage students as readers and writers.

f. Use a variety of print and media resources for teaching reading and writing.