Curriculum and Methods: Language Arts and Social Studies

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce participants to the theories of and the framework for the skills and strategies to be used in the field of language arts. Strategic reading and writing will be the focus with speaking, listening, and literature integrated throughout the course. Differentiated instruction in teaching literacy will be surveyed with practical applications made to all grade levels. Participants will have the opportunity to explore research, discuss, observe and apply strategies, resources, and processes involved with literacy learning. Additionally, students will explore the topics pedagogy necessary to construct a comprehensive social studies curriculum while integrating strategies of literacy. Emphasis will be placed on content aligned to the Wisconsin Model Academic Standards. A specific focus will be the Native American tribes of Wisconsin.