LCRT 5020 - Reading Development, Instruction and Assessment

This course involves critical examination of reading process and instruction. Teachers develop an understanding of the principles of sociopsycholinguistic theory in learning and teaching. Organization options for reading instruction for native and non-native speakers of English at all ages and ability levels will be examined. Teachers become familiar with materials and methods used for reading and reading instruction in schools, including multicultural materials, students’ interaction with and response to materials; and techniques to assess and evaluate students reading. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3