Selection of literature, use of media, curriculum and classroom organization, testing, evaluation and materials in a secondary school program. Attention concentrated on junior novels, junior biographies, their authors and on trends and evaluation standards. Full admission to PTEP or certification at undergraduate level required. Prerequisite to student teaching. Methods and materials for teaching language and composition in the secondary schools.
Teaching techniques are a point of emphasis.
Books written for young adults, with emphasis upon junior novels and biographies. Consideration of reading guidance based upon student interests and needs. Development of criteria for evaluating literature for young adults.