Early Literacy Practices for the Secondary English Teacher

The University of Sioux Falls is offering a literacy workshop this spring. If you need credits for either lane change or re-certification, this might be one to consider with our district's literacy focus. It is a weekend class, so it is a one-time commitment. 

What: Early Literacy Practices: Foundations for Secondary English Teachers

When:
March 27-28
Friday: 4:30-9:30 pm
Saturday: 8 am - 6 pm

Workshop Description:

Secondary English teachers are trained to understand middle and high school literacy practices.  As a result, the background related to beginning literacy is often not part of the curricular studies.  This workshop focuses upon the theories, methods, and issues in language and literacy in the early years.  How do teachers instruct reading and writing in the early elementary classroom? 

The study of these foundational elements will guide current English language arts teachers in middle and high school to have a holistic understanding of literacy for all ages.   The foundations of early literacy practices will serve as the grounds for current literacy practices in the secondary classroom to serve readers and writers at all levels.

Cost:
For Graduate Credit: Workshops are one credit and are graded either Pass or No-Credit (P or NC). Grade reports are not issued to students, however, transcripts may be requested free of charge. The cost is $120 per credit.

Renewal (Non-Credit): Workshops can also be taken for non-credit for $50. A certificate of attendance will be provided for teacher renewal purposes.

Click here to see USF's full Spring 2015 workshop listing.