EDU 12301 - The Science of Reading: An Introduction

This course will introduce The Science of Reading and its influence on how reading should be taught to develop skilled readers. Topics will include: how the brain reads, what makes a skilled reader, why some students struggle, The Four Theoretical models in the Science of Reading, and contributions from the National Reading Panel and the National Early Literacy Panel. Students will be introduced to Phonics terms. These terms are foundational and will be expanded upon in future Reading courses.

Offered: Spring

Semester Hours: 1