GPD 575 - Reading in the Content Area

Description:
Introduction to the relevance and need for incorporating reading and developing reading skills in the FCS classrooms. Learn how to use a variety of classroom materials; textbooks, literature, Internet resources, and media. Permission of instructor.

Credits:
(5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Distinguish basic reading and writing processes as they relate to content literacy including schema theory, comprehension, and second language acquisition.
Examine how content literacy can impact the learning of content material and contribute to a positive learning environment.
Apply a variety of materials in the content classroom including textbooks, literature, internet resources and media.
Demonstrate and plan how to help diverse students use reading, writing and vocabulary strategies to learn content material.
Analyze the use of various assessment techniques to determine the best method in teaching specific content material that meet the needs of all students.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/6/21

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Fall Locations Online Winter Locations Online Spring Locations Online Summer Locations Online