SPAN 678
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Teaching Second Language Reading and Writing
Spanish and Portuguese
College of Humanities
Course Description
Research, theory, and techniques for teaching and assessing reading and writing skills in a foreign/second language classroom.
When Taught
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3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Apply research and theoretical frameworks to decision making
Learning Outcome
Use published research and pedagogically sound best practices to make informed instructional decisions and policy recommendations regarding literacy development.
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Reflect on self as a language learner
Learning Outcome
Reflect on one's own skills and experiences as a second language reader and writer.
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Apply professional guidelines
Learning Outcome
Apply professional guidelines, including the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages, the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines, and the NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements, to the teaching of literacy skills.
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Assess literacy skills
Learning Outcome
Select and apply appropriate techniques for holistically assessing progress in literacy development, and use results to improve instruction and learner performance.
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Select and sequence materials
Learning Outcome
Select and sequence developmentally-appropriate and authentic materials and tools for developing literacy skills at a variety of levels.
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Develop effective instructional plans
Learning Outcome
Develop instructional plans and apply appropriate pedagogical techniques for developing literacy skills at a variety of levels.
