EDU427 3 Credits Online options Theory and Practice in Teaching and Learning Literacy in School Develops practices that support students’ literacy learning and in planning and implementing meaningful English language arts lessons, based on current understandings of literacy learning. Examines the construction of literacy and the effectiveness of progressive practices in the areas of curriculum development, instructional planning, and instructional strategies. Introduces and examines strategies to differentiate instruction so as to meet the needs of diverse students with a range of learning styles and abilities, with respect to literacy. Fall session focuses on applications to all grades and content areas, while spring session focuses on elementary grades. (Meets content-pedagogy requirement for professional teaching certification).