Instructional strategies will combine the reading process and writing process theory with all content area. Current research and strategies for working with content area teachers will be integrated throughout the course. Teaching the Writing Process Addresses the fundamental principles of teaching the writing process. Students will create a writer's portfolio. A course that explores the educational resources and K-12 curriculum and instructional materials available on the Internet.
Participants develop projects that require direct involvement with students in their own classrooms.
They also produce and host an interactive Web site for their own classrooms. A course in which participants learn how to integrate technology into classroom instruction and curriculum development. Technology as a tool for change in schools is explored. Participants use word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and classroom desktop publishing. Instructors emphasize project-based learning approaches consistent with the need to consider various learning styles.