SPED 425: Intensive Supports for Literacy Learning

Course Description

This course addresses the assessment of and interventions for language arts for students with disabilities who need supplemental instruction. Specifically, intensive small group and one-on-one approaches in reading, spelling, writing, handwriting, and listening comprehension are addressed. Additionally, strategies for supporting literacy learning within the large-group general education classroom will be addressed. Candidates will become familiar with a variety of direct instruction and other research-based programs and curricula to meet individual student needs and support inclusive practice. Determining the most efficacious program for student specific need will be the main focus of the course. Prerequisite: Admission to SOEHS.