This course provides a study of current programs, methods, and materials for teaching literacy with emphasis on the foundational skills of literacy to include phonological and phonemic awareness, phonics and word identification skills, fluency, and diagnosis and remediation of literacy difficulties, with the goal of preparing future educators to equitably teach diverse student populations. Field-based experiences are an integral part of the course. Prerequisite: Permission of the Teacher Education Council. Corequisites: EDUC 3104 and EDUC 3106.