Description
Theory and practices of teaching writing, literature, language, and journalism for secondary teachers. Development of syllabi and lesson plans; lecture, discussion, and small group techniques; designing assessment instruments and evaluating student performance, particularly in writing. Composition theory will be introduced as it relates to teaching writing for secondary students, with an emphasis on a wide variety of writing experiences, including preparation for the Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements and the MSP (Measure of Student Progress) and HSPE (High School Proficiency Examination) in writing and reading. Offered Summer semester.