EDR 552 Language Arts Practicum
This elective course affords initial certification and MAT candidates the opportunity to tutor a struggling reader under the supervision of SHU faculty or certified personnel. Candidates learn how to administer a variety of informal literacy assessments and design an intervention plan that meets the diverse needs of each student. Working under the direct supervision of trained faculty, candidates acquire first-hand experience in delivering literacy instruction to diverse populations, while engaging in shared self-reflection. Following tutoring sessions, teacher candidates participate in collaborative problem-solving and shared self-reflection to discuss their practice.