Why Enroll in the Literacy Space?
In the Literacy Space:
- Struggling readers have a sense of community with other readers. The space is open and children work side by side, rather than away from other readers.
- Struggling readers have opportunities to show what they can do and not just what they can't do. Teacher candidates work to find their strengths as well as their vulnerabilities.
- Children and graduate students have continuity—the same tutor works with the child, on the same day, for two semesters.
- Parents/caregivers/families are included in the intervention plan and are made aware of the struggling reader's strengths and areas of development in need of intervention.
- Parents/caregivers/families are a part of the process and experience. They are included in activities and conversations.
- One-to-one tutoring is specifically designed for the child and centered around the child's interests. Informal assessments and observations are a part of the diagnostic plan alongside formal assessments.
- The environment is full of books, games, puzzles, computers and other materials so children have access to multiple print and nonprint materials for reading and response.
- Reading and writing are integrated, not taught or experienced separately.
- Children are encouraged to read and write for real reasons.
- Children have opportunities to work with each other to create a community of learners. They understand that literacy learning is a social activity.