Welcome to

EDUC 284 The Development of Language and Literacy

with

Dr. Lassonde

What will we learn in this class?

developmental stages (Why is this important to teaching/learning?)

how to promote literacy growth based on these developmental stages

theories

practices based on research

reflection

How will we learn?

by doing: participating, practicing, demonstrating, reading, writing

by discussing and listening: to each other

by making connections

My Philosophy of Teaching and Learning

Learning is…

building on prior knowledge; adding to your schemas (Vygotsky)

making connections

talking with others to clarify your positions and understandings

writing reflectively (“writing holds thinking still”)

Other thoughts about learning…

the silo effect (make connections to other courses you’re taking)

gathering tidbits of knowledge

different ways of learning leads to various methods of teaching and assessing

lecture

book clubs

inquiry groups (empowerment)

reading

written responses/reports

Syllabus and Schedule of Classes

Sign into BlackBoard before next class.

Share a book.

Two thoughts about “learning is…” (written response)