This course offers intensive instruction for special education students in reading and language arts methods that is grounded in methodically sound research and includes exposure to instructional programs adopted for use in California and other public schools. The course includes systematic, explicit, and meaningfully applied instruction in reading, writing, speaking, and listening aligned with state-adopted academic content standards. Modifications for teaching special needs students, including second language learners, are also included. This course is specially designed for direct application of learning by intern teachers. Prerequisite: admission to special education program; corequisites: SPED 530 and SPED 565A