SED 4200 - Reading Disabilities and Content Instruction

Credits: 3 (2.5 + 1)

Prerequisite(s): SED 3820; or permission of instructor

Description: This course explores the nature of dyslexia including etiological, sociological, and psychological perspectives as well as treatment methods. Special emphasis is devoted to reading disabilities in reference to the demands of content instruction at the secondary school level. Critical thinking, study skills, cooperative learning, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) will be addressed within the context of improving reading and writing achievement of students with disabilities. This class requires a 15 hour field-experience at the secondary school level.