Psycholinguistic and language experience approaches are discussed in detail. SH A study of basic oral and written communication for both formal and informal modes. Other aspects include principles of teaching reading, drama, writing, speaking, and listening, the theoretical bases for various communication modes, and assessment for individualization. The areas of investigation will be specific ideas and techniques which show how instruction in reading and writing skills can be incorporated into any subject area. The ability to use the language of specific content areas and tools of diagnosis and methods of teaching communication skills will be examined.
Special attention is given to the use of media and computers.
3 SH A study of the history of schools for early adolescents, of contemporary views of adolescent development, and of trends and issues in middle grades curriculum and instruction. The course includes a practicum. 3 SH A systematic study of assumptions and resulting orientations to curriculum design in secondary education with respect to purpose, method, organization, and evaluation. Topics include profiles of secondary students, instruction, and current issues in secondary education, including computer applications. The philosophical, psychological, sociological, legal, and historical backgrounds in American education are emphasized as a framework for the study of problems, issues, and trends in education today.