SED 585 Strategies for Fundamental Reading and Functional Reading

2 credit hours

During this course, the candidate will examine research-based instruction in fundamental and functional reading. Functional and fundamental reading in all domains is covered and practiced. Age appropriate modifications will be implemented. The candidate will communicate these to other professionals. In addition, the candidate will, based on research models, develop skills at designing, implementing, evaluating programs and adaptation techniques and activities related to fundamental and functional reading for students with moderate and severe cognitive disabilities. These reading instructions will include, but not be limited to, academic, daily living skills, prevocational skills, and personal care skills. Assessments (norm-referenced, criterion-referenced, and curriculum-based) will be explored and implemented. Discussed in this class will be the construction of age-appropriate environments that facilitate growth and learning in reading. Students will explore all factors related to the IEP, ITP and 504 processes related to reading. Fifteen (15) clock hours in a setting with children with moderate and severe cognitive impairment are required.