Literacy Tool Box I – Retooling Student Literacy (prev #: EDU-781I)

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3 Units
Independent Study

Course Description

Develop, Re-examine, and Diversify Effective Literacy Tools to Use in the Classroom

Literacy Toolbox I - Retooling Student Literacy is designed to help K-12 educators examine and utilize a wide range of literacy tools to promote student learning and improve academic success.

Course Details

Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for teachers (K-12). Coursework is adaptable for elementary grades.

Course Materials: Text, Tools for Teaching Content Literacy, by Janet Allen, available at your local bookstore or online at Amazon.com.

Hardware Requirements: Internet access is required.

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EDU-X781I – 013 Start now, you have 270 days to complete this course once enrolled 3 $391

IS/Literacy Tool Box I – Retooling Student Literacy (prev #: EDU-781I)

Start now, you have 270 days to complete this course once enrolled
3
$391
Independent Study
Eric Ginsberg

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What You Will Learn

  • Utilize a wide range of literacy tools as an adult learner
  • Explore a multitude of ways in which literacy tools can be used by K-12 educators
  • Explain the purpose and value of each literacy tool covered
  • Review related educational research
  • Plan lessons using a myriad of literacy tools

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