Foundations of Literacy MAT

ED-6002-G01

SUNY Old Westbury

  • Semester
    Summer 2025
  • Instructor
    Joanna Sieben-Christensen
  • Start Date
    05-27-2025
  • Total Credits
    3
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    516-876-3092

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This course examines literacy as an evolving language process. Theories of language acquisition will be addressed as a primary aspect of communication. The focus of this course will be communication aspects of literacy which includes listening, speaking (oral language), reading, and writing. These aspects are consistent with the NYS ELA Standards. An integral part of this course will be the elements of critical thinking. (Emphasis will be placed on topics such as: constructing meaning to convey information, the role of explicit instruction, vocabulary enhancement, assessing language, and the importance of literature enrichment.). Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate; Graduate Non-Matriculated; Advanced Certificate; Graduate SOE Cert Only
Course Area: Business
Level: Graduate
Dates: 05-27-2025 - 07-07-2025
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Instructor: Joanna Sieben-Christensen
Local Course ID: 25SU_OLD_ED6002_G01
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