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PRACFICUM IN LITERACY INSTRUCTION

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Cat #51747

Spring Semester, 1993

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Instructor: C. Rodriguez

(January 5—April 2)

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Office:

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MPX 8550

Wednesday, 4:30-9:20 p.m.

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Telephone: 291-3063

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Location: MPX 7504

PREREQUISITE:

EDUC. 341 AND 342.

OBJECTIVES:

The primary purpose of this course is to provide an opportunity for students

to work with adults in a literacy instruction situation. A secondary objective

is to review contemporary literacy instruction methods and techniques as

they apply to practicum situations.

FORMAT

The course consists of:

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Weekly two hour meetings.

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Thirty hours of practicum.

REQUIRED READINGS::

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Adult Basic Literacy Curriculum Guide and Resource Book

- A Guide for Tutoring Adult Literacy Students

- Fundamental Level English Theme Units

- Exemplary Adult Literacy Programs and Innovative Practices in Canada

- Adult Literacy Volunteer Tutor Program Evaluation Kit

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Student evaluation will be based on:

- Completion of

all the practicum hours, as agreed to with the

instructor, and writing of required reports ........................................................(50%)

- Observations of practicum sessions by the instructor.......................................(30%)

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Attendance to and participation in meetings.....................................................(20%)