Teaching-Reading/Writing/Elem Sch (GRRDG615)

Term: 2011-2012 Fall Term

Faculty

Carol M PateShow MyInfo popup for Carol M Pate

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Melanie C GoodmanShow MyInfo popup for Melanie C Goodman

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Schedule

Mon, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (8/29/2011 - 12/5/2011) Location: MAIN SJ 248

Description

This is an advanced reading/writing course for students with a basic knowledge of literacy acquisition. Intended for reading specialist candidates, this course addresses the design of a classroom literacy program for a multicultural population that promotes and supports literature-based models and multi-sensory approaches. Students will use theoretical rationales supporting literacy growth through choice, risk-taking, immersion and engagement. Required for reading specialists.