EDUC 7008 - Construction and Use of Reading Materials

3 cr.

Participants will be involved in the research, design and construction of a variety of materials used in the teaching of Reading and Language Arts. A multitude of resources, methodologies, materials and strategies, pertaining to various levels of learners and how to differentiate instruction, will be presented and examined. We will make connections to Curriculum Frameworks and higher order thinking skills. The instructor will demonstrate many activities and materials previously designed and implemented in the classroom to develop and enhance the teaching and learning of Reading and Language Arts. The participants will have an opportunity to design and construct materials that meet their individual teaching needs. Scheduling, assessment and evaluation techniques will also be discussed. Learning Centers will be referenced and demonstrated. This hands-on, fast paced course will provide a balance between creative and practical approaches to the teaching and learning of Reading.