LAI 617LEC - Teaching English Grades 5- 10

Approaches and teaching techniques that effectively prepare students in Grades 5 to 12 to meet New York State Standards in English Language Arts. Topics include but are not limited to understanding students’ learning of English (reading, writing, speaking, listening, and literature), planning of lessons and units, uses of technology, methods of student assessment, development of teaching materials and activities, classroom management, and provision of differentiated instruction for a diverse student population, including those with special needs, and microteaching. Introduction to state and national professional organizations as resources for continuing professional development in English education.

Credits: 1 - 3