Inspiring Active Reading with Literature Circles (prev #: EDU-785I) - EDU-X785I
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Course Description
Increase Literacy in Your Classroom with New Tools
Inspiring Active Reading with Literature Circles is designed to help K-12 educators use literature circles as a literacy tool to promote student learning and improve academic success.
Learner Outcomes
- Utilize literature circles in numerous ways as a literacy tool as an adult learner
- Explore ways in which literature circles can be used as a literacy tool by K-12 educators
- Explain the purpose and value of literature circles as a literacy tool
- Review related educational research on literature circles
- Plan lessons using literature circles
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, Literature Circles: Voice and Choice in Book Clubs and Reading Groups, by Harvey Daniels, available at your local bookstore or online at Amazon.com and Text, Moving Forward with Literature Circles: How to Plan, Manage, and Evaluate Literature Circles to Deepen Understanding and Foster a Love of Reading, by Jeni Pollack Day, Dixie Lee Spiegel, Janet McLellan and Valerie B. Brown, available at your local bookstore or online at Amazon.com.
Hardware Requirements: Internet access is required.
Testimonials
"I enjoyed that the class was self-paced." -- Juliana Rodriguez, Educator, Laton Unified School District, California
"I enjoyed the materials studied." -- Ann Coyle, Educator, Peak to Peak Mountain Charter, Pine Mountain Club, California
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- Literacy Toolbox Series : Courses - Enroll in One or More
Independent Study Self-Paced