Learning Objectives

This course focuses on the stages of literacy development, reading and writing processes, a comprehensive look at research-based literacy instruction, and the “Science of Reading” in the elementary classroom.

After completing this course, the learner will be able to do the following:

• Explain the principles of effective and balanced literacy instruction.
• Demonstrate the understanding of the Science of Reading and the Five Pillars.
• Summarize the stages of literacy development.
• Utilize instructional strategies to teach reading and writing in the elementary grades.
• Summarize effective decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension instruction.