SEC 374 Methods Tchg English Sec Sch

The course provides students with practical approaches in implementing the New York State Standards for the English Language Arts within an integrated curriculum. The course addresses the teaching of reading literary and informational texts, writing to sources for various purposes and audiences, speaking and listening, and media literacy. Course topics include curriculum, instruction, and assessment in the context of teaching for social justice, as well as instructional adaptations for students with the full range of abilities, and the integration of technologies. Students develop the ability to create instructional plans that integrate literacy strategies. Students will complete a 25-hour field experience in conjunction with the course. Students must obtain fingerprint clearance prior to beginning field experiences. Prerequisite: SEC 365. One credit of literacy is embedded in this course. Fall, Spring

Credits

4