LING-154 Linguistics and Reading

Faculty:

Kennedy, Ann

This theoretical and practical course provides an in-depth investigation to the application of linguistics and reading instruction. Among the topics addressed are: processing strategies and their interactions; the influences of L1 features (orthographic systems, phonology, morphology) on English (L2) literacy practices; an investigation of writing systems of English and other languages; the role of listening and reading; different approaches to phonics instruction; an investigation of an analytical reading inventory, including word lists, miscue analyses, fluency, and multi-leveled comprehension questions; and formal and informal reading assessments. The course is designed to allow the student to develop a draft of a case study by the end of the semester.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: None

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• 2009-2010 Fall and Spring
• 2010-2011 Fall and Spring
• 2012-2013 Fall and Spring
• 2013-2014 Fall and Spring

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