Practicum Observations/Teaching Lessons o In Topics 2-6devote attention to each of the four areas of literacy development.For each of these categories observe a classroom (grades 1-3) asthe teacher and students focus on one of the four areas. Keep noteson activities used by the teacher. Suggested practicum schedule forobservations and teaching the lesson plans: o Topic 1: Observationsonly; look for differentiation techniques for ELLs and specialneeds students. o Topic 2: Phonemic Awareness and Phonics o Topic3: Word Study and Fluency o Topic 4: Vocabulary Development o Topic5: Comprehension