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ORIENTATION
January 13, 2005 & March 17, 2005
This
class provides an introduction to the use of mental models
for accessing the seven content
strands, an overview of the entire course, an introduction to distance learning,
and an introduction to
the basic elements of each class (vocabulary words, myth busters, videos of
best practices, analysis
with faculty, call-ins, facilitated processing activities on-site, use of Internet).
This class will also:
- Define
early literacy
- Describe
how experiences during the early years lay the foundation
needed for later success in
conventional reading and writing
- Describe
ways of developing and maintaining children’s motivation
to become readers and
appreciation for books
- Discuss
the importance of working with families as partners in
the development of early literacy
- Discuss
the interrelatedness of speaking, listening, reading,
and writing
- Describe
the teacher’s role in promoting language and early
literacy development
Student
materials for Class 0 - Orientation:
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Handouts
for Orientation
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Activities
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Activities
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