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Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2017-2018 
    
Loyola Marymount University Bulletin 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDES 5108 Integrating Early Literacy, Social Studies, and the Arts in a 21st Century Classroom


4 semester hours

This course addresses the literacy needs of all PK-5 students. Course content includes evidence-based approaches to early literacy instruction, methods to differentiate instruction in English Language Arts, use of appropriate literacy assessments, and methods to implement effective intervention strategies. Response to Intervention (RTI), literacy needs of ELLs and students with mild-moderate disabilities as well as visual/performing/creative arts will be explored as it relates to literacy instruction. Candidates who successfully complete this class should be prepared for the RICA (Reading Instruction Competency Assessment) exam across all reading domains. This course also prepares candidates to teach the CA History Social Science content standards through lesson design and implementation in order to meet the needs of all learners. Visual and Performing arts standards as well as their integration across curriculum are also addressed. Clinical practice is a required component of this course.

Consent of Coordinator required.