Course Number:

Credit Hours:

4

Course Title:

Teaching the Language Arts

Course Description:

Aims at developing competence and confidence in secondary school teachers working with diverse students, many of whom appear to read and write only when required to do so. Considers the design and practices of traditional English curricula at the middle and high school levels. Explores alternative syllabi and unit design as strategies for actively engaging students in the pursuit of meaning in reading and writing as they enhance their skills. Examines the role of research as well as interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches as they relate to curricula in English and the humanities.