This course includes intensive instruction in reading and language arts methods that is grounded in methodically sound research. Exposure to well-designed instructional programs enables students to examine a comprehensive, systematic program of instruction that is aligned with the state-adopted academic content standards for student in English Language Arts and the Reading/Language Arts Framework, Students study explicit and meaningfully applied instruction in reading, writing, and related language skills and strategies and methods of guiding and developing the content-based reading and writing abilities of all students. Including students with varied reading levels and language backgrounds. Prerequisite: admission to Single- Subject Credential Program; corequisites: TEP 508 and TEP 568A