ED 343 - Literacy in the Secondary School

Institution:

Saint Michael's College

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Description:

Considers reading as a thinking process, examining its relationship to the acquisition of basic concepts in disciplines taught in middle schools and high schools. Topics include the range of reading ability in classrooms, the deficiencies of textbook presentations, the acquisition of reading and study skills and multiple literacies beyond reading print text. Students will be expected to determine the readability of certain assignments, construct lesson plans, and develop a unit in their content area related to Vermont standards. A field placement in a middle or high school is required. Prerequisites: ED 231, 271, must be taken concurrently with ED 361 Credits: 4 cr. Misc. Notes: Optional component: LS 343 Technology for Teachers (1 credit)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcvt.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 654-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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