EDUC6400-A Reading Across Curr and Ell (Fall 2016)
Course Details
Students who register for this course that are seeking Teacher Certification must also register for EDUC0640 A.
Session, Dates: 5 (10/24/2016 - 12/17/2016)
Days: M
Time: 06:00 - 10:00 pm
Location: Moon Campus
Room: Patrick Henry 306
Seats Available: 17 Seats
Credits: 3
Co-Requisite courses must match session/section/location
Course Description
This course focuses on research and principles of reading in content area instruction. It examines the importance of reader background knowledge and language acquisition across the curriculum. Specifically, the language and culture of English Language Learners will be explored to facilitate the planning and implementation of effective assessment and instruction. This course examines key areas of working with reading for diverse learners (students with special needs and English Language Learners), implementing assessment tools in the content areas, and integrating technology to improve reading and literacy. Emphasis is on pre-reading, during reading, and post-reading strategies. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to design lesson plans that effectively demonstrate reading strategies covered in the course to meet the needs of all students.
Co-requisite: EDUC0640
Co-requisite: EDUC0640
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About the Instructor(s)
Ying Zhang, Ph.D.
zhang@rmu.edu
412-397-5918 phone
Wheatley Center 316
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Associate Professor of Education
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zhang@rmu.edu
412-397-5918 phone
Wheatley Center 316
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