EDU 345: 4-8 Reading, Writing and Assessment Back to Middle Level (4-8) This course is designed to prepare 4-8 educators to enter into classrooms understanding literacy development. Current theory, research, and best practices will be integrated with reading, writing, and assessment practices. Pre-service educators will develop a literacy philosophy that encompasses major components of reading instruction to ensure success for all students. Prerequisites: 204, 206 and official admission to the education program.