Due to the variety of expertise int this class, learning experiences will be individualized to meet and challenge personally. Because this is a graduate class it is expected that interactive discussion as a result of wide reading, especially, but not limited to, the assigned readings, will be evidenced in class. Macmillan Publishing Company. Additional references, most of which have been ordered and are available at the University Bookstore, follow. Many focus on cutting edge current topics of national interest in literacy education.
Many sources are supplementary to the course text and course content.
Several focus on the literacy diversity of families in America today. Future of Whole Language . Gambrell, L. Lively Discussions-Fostering Engaged Reading . Phonics Phacts . Scaffolding Reading .