The development of competencies for the teaching of reading and other language arts (writing, speaking, listening, viewing and visual representation) is the focus of this course. Course will also provide an overview of reading and language arts development from grades K-5. Twenty hours of laboratory work in the schools are required. Course aligns with all current international, national, and state accreditation and teacher preparation standards.
The development of competencies for the teaching of reading and other language arts (writing, speaking, listening, viewing and visual representation) is the focus of this course. Course will also provide an overview of reading and language arts development from grades K-5. Twenty hours of laboratory work in the schools are required. Course aligns with all current international, national, and state accreditation and teacher preparation standards.
A study of materials and procedures for developing reading and language arts skills with elementary students. Course will emphasize how to diagnose individual student skill strengths and challenges and build a prescriptive program based upon the diagnosis. core components of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension) are addressed as applicable to elementary-aged students within the larger context of a literacy block (whole group, small group, individualized intervention).
A study of materials and procedures for developing reading and language arts skills with elementary students. Course will emphasize how to diagnose individual student skill strengths and challenges and build a prescriptive program based upon the diagnosis. core components of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension) are addressed as applicable to elementary-aged students within the larger context of a literacy block (whole group, small group, individualized intervention).
A study of materials and procedures for developing reading and language arts skills with elementary students. Course will emphasize how to diagnose individual student skill strengths and challenges and build a prescriptive program based upon the diagnosis. core components of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension) are addressed as applicable to elementary-aged students within the larger context of a literacy block (whole group, small group, individualized intervention).
An examination of the nature of early adolescents as well as the history and characteristics of the schools designed to teach them. Focus is on responsive pedagogy, especially the rationale behind the middle school concept and the generic techniques of teaching as an individual and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Lecture, three hours; laboratory, one hour. This course is in conjunction with a guest field experience to occur in a 16-week placement at one school site.
Designed to give the student practical experience through observation, planning, teaching, and evaluating procedures. The student works with children on all grade levels under the guidance of the supervising teacher. TO BE OFFERED ON A PASS/FAIL BASIS ONLY.
Supervised experiences in schools, other education agencies, and the community. Required of all students receiving a bachelors degree in secondary education. Includes field trips, work in schools, and involvement in community projects.
Supervised experiences in schools, other education agencies, and the community. Required of all students receiving a bachelors degree in secondary education. Includes field trips, work in schools, and involvement in community projects.
A course planned for teachers who expect to become either instructors or supervisors of music in the public schools. Observation, teaching, work on research problems, and conferences with the supervising teacher included. TO BE OFFERED ONLY ON A PASS/FAIL BASIS.
