EDU-344: Teaching Reading and Writing in the Secondary School Content Areas I

Department
Credits 3.00
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Instructional Method
Lecture
Studies principles and techniques in teaching interactive reading and writing in secondary school content areas: vocabulary and skill development; pre-reading, reading and post-reading strategies. Techniques for assessing student literacy levels and readability levels of texts. Strategies for individualizing instruction to address the unique needs of diverse learners; e.g., gifted and talented, second language learners, students with special needs, etc. Includes classroom observation and participation in Baltimore area secondary schools. Preparation of lesson plans and peer teaching. Prerequisite: EDU-301. [3 credits]