RE 344 - Assessment and Instruction in Reading I with Field Experience

(4.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: RE 219 ; RE 242 or written permission of the instructor. Restricted to elementary education majors. Addresses a variety of reading instruction methods and assessment measures for primary age children. A main focus of the course is to develop an understanding of how word recognition strategies develop and lead to comprehension. The Maryland State Department of Education has approved this course in conjunction with RE 420 for the Instruction in Reading and Assessment of Reading requirements. A field experience in a school setting is required.