2017-2018 Graduate Catalog

EDR 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.

Credits

3

Distribution

Leadership/Literacy