Course Name
Curriculum and Pedagogy: Strategies for Teaching Reading and Writing at the Intermediate Level
Description
An extension of EDUC 455 as applied to the intermediate and middle grades (3-8), especially with respect to developing reading and writing proficiency and the study of literature. Models and practices of reading and writing instruction are introduced and explored. The role of text structure and grammar are examined. Selecting and teaching a range of genres, especially works written for older children, are included. Planning, organizing, implementing, developing, and assessing a balanced language arts program that targets writing acquisition and reading/writing connections are stressed. This course is part of the PYP (Professional Year Program)
Co-requisite(s)
EDUC 451, EDUC 452
Prerequisite(s)
EDUC 455; acceptance into the Professional Year Program.