Reading To Learn in the Content Areas . As a result, all content area teachers must be willing and able to work with all students regardless of their reading ability. This course is an in-depth study of the cultural, social, and psycholinguistic principles and practices underlying reading and learning to read in today's society. Included are study of comprehension, word recognition, the reading and writing connection, and assessment, as they interrelate and transact.
Emphasis is on the teacher as researcher.
In addition to the above description, two new educational ideas have been incorporated into this class, use of technology , and portfolio assessment . In today's classroom a teacher must be technologically literate. They are a vital part of education and life. Much educational information is available through a variety of sources on the Internet. Therefore, use of the computer, e-mail, and the Internet are an integral part of this class.