SPED 4340 - Evidence-Based Instruction I: Foundations of Reading and Written Language

This course will focus on theories and research that form the basis of curriculum development and instructional practices within the Common Core of English Language Arts for K-5 learners including students with high incidence disabilities and those students academically at-risk. Students will acquire skills in differentiating instruction in the areas of explicit instruction in the writing process, emergent literacy, comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency. Program requires a grade of “CB” or better.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Department approval and concurrent enrollment in SPED 4040 and SPED 4330.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Special Education: Learning Disabilities/Emotional Impairments.

When Offered: Spring