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THE TEACHING OF READING IN THE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Module code: EDF472
Credits: 2.5
Semester: Year-Long
Department: FROEBEL EDUCATION
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Coordinator: Niamh Fortune (FROEBEL EDUCATION)

	Overview
	The module will examine a variety of approaches to teaching reading and how these approaches draw on the science of reading. It will explore how to assess pupils� development in reading and how to choose effective teaching pedagogies based on this assessment to cater for pupils with differing needs. Current national and international research in the teaching of reading will be examined. Changes in national literacy policy will be outlined. Case studies will be used to develop strategies for supporting pupils with reading difficulties. Digital literacy will be explored to support the teaching of reading. This module will prepare student teachers for teaching, learning, reflective practices, and assessment of reading in primary schools.

Overview

The module will examine a variety of approaches to teaching reading and how these approaches draw on the science of reading. It will explore how to assess pupils� development in reading and how to choose effective teaching pedagogies based on this assessment to cater for pupils with differing needs.

Current national and international research in the teaching of reading will be examined. Changes in national literacy policy will be outlined.

Case studies will be used to develop strategies for supporting pupils with reading difficulties. Digital literacy will be explored to support the teaching of reading.

This module will prepare student teachers for teaching, learning, reflective practices, and assessment of reading in primary schools.

	Learning Outcomes
	On successful completion of the module, students should be able to: Conduct an assessment of a child�s reading ability Collect, record and analyse information about reading development Critique current important issues relating to the teaching of reading in the primary school Examine national literacy policy and its impact on practice Plan effective strategies in the teaching of reading for children with differing needs

Learning Outcomes

Teaching & Learning methods

Assessment

	Autumn Supplementals/Resits
	Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes Assignment

	Additional Reading
	Please find below a sample of texts/resources studied. Blevins, W. (2016) A Fresh Look at Phonics. New York: Sage Publications. Dehaene, S. (2009) Reading in the Brain. London: Penguin. The Literacy Channel. Various videos and multimedia resources. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH5Z60tHUylIEbsfzj1psOg. Accessed 15.12.2021. Moat, L. (2020) Speech to Print. Baltimore: Brookes. Seidenberg, M. (2018) Language at the Speed of Sight. New York: Basic Books

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