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, public folders and the Internet are an integral part of this class. You will be using all three technological tools to complete assignment and to communicate with me, high school students, and each other. Finally, portfolio assessment has been incorporated into the assessment and evaluation plans in most schools and you will be constructing a portfolio as part of the BEST Assessment Program . You, as the teacher, must know the what, why, and how of portfolio assessment. Therefore, you will be compiling a portfolio in this class.