Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2019 - EDUC 472 D200

Designs for Learning: Elementary Language Arts (4)

Class Number: 5176

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    EDUC 401/402 or corequisite EDUC 403.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Focuses on developing knowledge, skills and strategies to create a rich and stimulating language arts program in the elementary classroom. Issues in reading, writing, speaking and listening will be examined through current theory and teaching practice.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course is for those interested in expanding their own teaching horizons and learning about designing a language arts program for the elementary grades. This course aims to give you opportunities to explore issues around the teaching and learning of language and literacy. Theoretical and practical concepts and ideas will be addressed. Through a combination of readings, discussion and hands-on language arts based activities teachers will develop their own teaching philosophy and explore various methods to create a comprehensive program for elementary students.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

The purpose of the course is to introduce you to:

  • a sampling of the major ways of looking at language, learning and literacy
  • a cross-section of some of the literature in the field
  • immediate and practical language/literacy learning teaching methods
  • a framework in which to examine and reflect upon your beliefs as a language/literacy teacher
  • the means to deepen and enrich the learning of a diverse group of learners
  • the key activities to involve students in reading, writing, listening and speaking, thinking and inquiry in the elementary classroom

Grading

  • Mini presentation and written component 20%
  • Major project 40%
  • In-class assignment 20%
  • Participation 20%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Teaching Language and Literature in Elementary Classrooms by Marcia S. Popp
ISBN: 9780805852950

A Midsummer Night's Dream for Kids (Shakespeare Can Be Fun!) by Lois Burdett

Please note that this book will be discussed during one class in the middle of the semester. While it is a relatively inexpensive book, you may prefer to borrow it from the library.
ISBN: 9781552091241

Novel: TBD

RECOMMENDED READING:

50 Literacy Strategies: Step-by-Step (4th Edition) by Gail E. Tompkins
ISBN: 978-0132944915

The 6 + 1 Traits of Writing: The Complete Guide: Grades 3 and Up by Ruth Culham
ISBN: 9780439280389

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

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