Principles, Methods and Practicum for Teaching Literacy: Reading and Thinking

This course examines the theories and models for teaching literacy. Research in language development and literacy will be examined as it relates to effective lesson planning, instruction and assessment. The work of experts in the field of literacy will be reviewed to inform instructional practice. Students will learn and practice strategies and techniques to develop literacy. Students will use multiple models for teaching literacy to develop lessons and materials aligned to the National Curriculum of the Cayman Islands. Students will explore and practice specific strategies for assessing literacy and methods for promoting student growth in the areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening.