EDU 201 - Foundations of Reading (3 Credits)

This course examines the theories, processes and acquisition of reading and language arts as well as cognitive, linguistic, social and physiological factors involved in oral and written language development. This course meets the “early childhood, elementary and special education – process and acquisition of reading” requirement of the Maryland State Department of Education. Lecture Hours: 39. Prerequisite(s): EDU 102 and ENG 101 (for early childhood education students) or EDU 102 or PSY 251 , and ENG 101 (for elementary education students), with grades of “C” or better. Usually offered in the fall.