EDUC 3650 - Reading and Writing in the Content Areas

Institution:

Fitchburg State University

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Description:

3 cr. 3 hr. Teacher candidates examine the reading and writing processes as they pertain to the teaching and learning of knowledge and skills within content disciplines. This includes exploration of the relationships among reading, writing, critical thinking and learning. Implementation of reading and writing strategies and procedures that develop middle school student capacity for using reading and writing to think critically and understand content. Candidates conduct a field experience. Prerequisite: EDUC 3010 or EDUC 3030 Using Computers in Classrooms EDUC 3700 3 cr. 3 hr. Teacher candidates examine the philosophy, theory, and application of computers in classrooms. A significant portion of class time is devoted to hands on experiences with computers. These experiences include programming in text and graphics mode, introducing and using LOGO, using printers, using the Internet for research, integrating computers and other technologies in teaching content area subjects, developing programs designed to enhance the learning abilities of children, and evaluating educational software. Prior experience using computers is not assumed. Q

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fitchburgstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 345-2151

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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