EDU 566 - Teaching Writing for All Students Including Those with Diverse Abilities and Backgrounds

In this course students will learn to use evidence-based instruction to teach writing for all students. Students will examine theories and current research on writing development and process in order to effectively instruct and assess all writers, including students with special needs and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Students will learn how to implement multiple writing strategies across various genres to support writing development and promote children’s proficiency in state standards. Additionally, students will explore the use of technology and participate in writing sessions to develop as writers and teachers of writing. Students will apply learning in classroom settings.

Prerequisite(s): Must be matriculated in a graduate teacher education program or Literacy, Language, and Culture Department approval.
Co-requisite(s): Enrollment in a USM graduate teacher education internship.
Credits: 3

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Course Type: Education