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Content Area Literacy Instruction ( T L 5126 )

Methods for using literacy to help students learn in middle and secondary content areas are considered. These methods are designed to enable diverse learners who may differ in culture, gender, and language and those with learning disabilities, to become independent, strategic learners in inclusive classrooms. Access to a middle-school or high school classroom is required for this online course. University of Utah students must take this course on campus. CW

Prerequisite: Educational psychology course in learning, literacy, and development--including an overview of the history of literacy, current theory and practice, learning theories, and models of reading and writing. Access to a middle-school or high school classroom is required.

Class Note: Students taking the online version of this course must have: a computer and Internet connection; at least a basic understanding of Internet navigation; an email address and the ability send and receive email attachments; and Adobe Acrobat Reader. Educators considering this course for professional development/licensing purposes are strongly advised to consult with their state office of education licensing department prior to enrolling in this course.

Textbook(s) Required - sold separately through Specialty Books of Athens, OH.

This can be applied towards the following Teaching Endorsement(s) in the State of Utah: Secondary English Endorsement

Section 093 (Fall) Add To Cart
Type Time Period Syllabus
Online 9 Months Download

Credit Hours: 3
Price: $585.00
Note:
Instructor(s): WATKINS, NAOMI

Enrollment Instructions
Students must register for Independent Study courses through Distance Education's Office – not through campus registration. You can register through Distance Education in the following convenient ways:
  1. Online registration – Click on "Add to Cart" to register and pay for this class on our website.
  2. Phone Registration – Call 801.581.8801 or 1.800.467.8839. Have your VISA, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express.
  3. Fax Registration – If you know what course you want to enroll in Distance Education can fax you a registration form. Fill it out completely and fax it back. Include your credit card information or we can call you back and obtain it in person.
  4. In-Person Registration – Go to Room 2180, A Wing, Annex Building, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to register in person. The Annex is directly east of the Huntsman Center. See map.

Questions: Distance Education - (801) 581-8801 or (800) 467-8839

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