LTED 621 Culturally Responsive Literacy
Explores research and relevant concepts of diversity and equity and the impact of cultural factors on literacy learning and teaching. Addresses best practices for teaching culturally and linguistically diverse students specific to second language acquisition and usage. Identifies environmental and personal factors that can result in learner resistance, avoidance, and maladaptive reading strategies and behaviors. Course includes strategies for creating inclusive and affirming classrooms through use of culturally responsive literacy instruction and a variety of literacy tools and technologies.