Middlebury

EDST0305A-F15

Elem. Literacy & Soc. Studies

Reading & Writing the World: Teaching Literacy and Social Studies in the Elementary School
In this course, we examine what it means to be literate in the 21st century and ways in which all students can be empowered by the texts and teaching they encounter in schools. Students will develop their ability to enact literacy instruction based on current research about how children learn to read and write. We will take a critical look at texts—fiction, nonfiction, and historical—to consider the ways that texts read and write the world, develop abilities to select texts that empower all learners, and analyze retellings of historical events/persons to take into account multiple perspectives. Many class sessions occur onsite at a local elementary school to provide consistent practice and supportive feedback on authentic components of teaching (transportation provided). In addition to class sessions, students will complete field experiences in a K-6 classroom in the Middlebury area to see the workings of an entire class. 3 hrs. lect./1 hr. lab
Course Reference Number (CRN):
90967
Subject Code:
EDST
Course Number:
0305
Section Identifier:
A

Course

EDST 0305

All Sections in Fall 2015

Fall 2015

EDST0305A-F15 Lecture (Weston)