Course Syllabus Course Information ED 4363.

001, T-TR 2:30-3:45 Reading II/ELAR Methods 2011 Fall

Professor Contact Information Dr. Patricia Leek (TDC) 972-883-2730 and ask to leave message or call cell phone patricia.leek@utdallas.edu (UTD Email only!)

Office hours (CBW 1.203) M/T/W/R - 4 PM to 5:00 PM, and by appointment

Course Pre-requisites, Co-requisites, and/or Other Restrictions Students taking teacher certification courses are expected to show above average skills in the following areas: Critical reading, writing, and thinking skills Basic to mid-level computer skills (Internet, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.) Time-management skills Effective study skills Effective communication skills Ability to reason and make sound judgments Please contact the Teacher Development Center for specifics concerning eligibility for this course.

Course Description This course focuses on the crucial abilities of reading, writing, listening, talking, viewing, visually representing, and thinking as tools for literacy and learning. Development of literacy and learning within and across the content areas are stressed. Instructional strategies, thematic teaching, writing to learn, concept development, and effective uses for literature, text, media, and other resources to enhance student learning are explored. Using literacy for learning purposes, designing classroom models of instruction, integrating technology, optimizing multimedia learning, individualizing to meet the needs of all students, creating a positive classroom environment, and utilizing resources effectively for "best practice" in teaching are the guiding goals of the course.

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Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes The students will describe and discuss the synergistic role of the language arts and thinking in literacy and learning in reflections, responses, essays, and classroom discourse, both written and oral, in individual, small group, and whole class formats. The students will be able to create an effective, positive classroom learning environment that values the processes and the products of literacy as shown by successful completion of case studies, creation of a unit of study that shows growth and strengths in their understanding of the role of Language Arts in their future classrooms, and achieving passing scores on embedded exams modeled on the Language Arts TExES Domain and Competencies. The students will be able to teach the literacy skills of comprehension, fluency, and writing utilizing research-based best practices as evidenced by the creation of unit and lesson plans that demonstrate understanding of the concepts of the lesson cycle, insightful reflections on and responses to video demonstrations of successful teaching practices, case studies designing strategies for their future classrooms, and achieving passing scores on embedded exams modeled on the Language Arts TExES Domain and Competencies.

Required Textbooks and Materials Gardiner, John Reynolds (1980). Stone Fox. Minimum 2 GB flash drive (required for assignment submission). Microsoft Office Suite (including Microsoft Word and PowerPoint) is available on campus for a very small charge because of a campus-wide purchase agreement. Take advantage of this opportunity! Your work must be in Microsoft Word. Nath, Janice L. & Ramsey, John. Preparing to Teach Texas Content Areas: The TExES EC-6 Generalist and the ESL Supplement. New York: Pearson Education. NWREL (2006). 6+1 Traits Scoring Guides. Download and print both PK-2 and 3-12 5-point rbrics from http://educationnorthwest.org/resource/464 Cardboard pocket/prong folder with notebook paper for writing assignments. Tompkins, Gail E. (2009). Language Arts: Patterns of Practice, 7th Edition. Columbus, Ohio: Pearson: Merrill Prentice Hall. Childrens books as designated in the assignmentsmay be available at libraries. Optional Resources The following publications are excellent resources, some available online without charge. They are not required for class, but they might be helpful for the TExES exam or in your future teaching. Essential Reading Strategies for the Struggling Reader & other Meadows Resources (ELL, LD, etc.) Download and print from http://www.meadowscenter.org/vgc/materials/essential_reading.asp
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Assignments & Academic Calendar Bring your Tompkins and Nath/Ramsey book to class each day!!! always read assigned material before the class scheduled. Unless otherwise stated, assignments are due at the beginning of class on the date listed Week/date August 25 Topics Syllabus Get to Know You 6+1 traits Assignments NWREL (2006). 6+1 Traits Scoring Guides. Download and print from http://educationnorthwest.org/webfm_send/772 And http://educationnorthwest.org/webfm_send/140 Preview literature focus unit (read chapter 14) Preview learning log Preview DWW guided study Preview Nath/Ramsey Cooperation with professionals and parents Read Tompkins Chapter 1 Read Tompkins Chapter 2

August 30

September 1

Tompkins Ch. 14, ELAR learning log Doing What Works Nath/Ramsey Parent Teacher Conferences, Language Systems, Motivation Patterns of Practice and Assessment Nath/Ramsey Compendium of strategies

September 6

September 8

The Reading and Writing Processes

September 13 September 20

Oral Language Oral Language

TEKS bring your copy of the TEKS to class every days Read Chapter 3 in Tompkins Bring pocket/prong folder and notebook paper Read Chapter 7 in Tompkins TEKS bring your copy of the TEKS to class Read Chapter 8 in Tompkins Competency 001 due On your own. Work on Learning Log, Writing folder, and Competencies Read Chapter 4 in Tompkins Competency 002 and 003 due Read Chapter 5 in Tompkins Competency 005 due

September 22 September 27
September 29

Research and writing day Emergent Literacy Application and Review from Reading I Looking Closely at Words

October 4 October 6 October 11

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Competency 004, 006, and 007 due today Personal Writing Competencies 008, and 009 due
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Read Chapter 6 in Tompkins Competency 010 due

October 13

October 18 October 20 October 25 October 27 November 1

November 3

Multiple Choice Test 1 First ELAR LL assessment. Download to class computer from flash drive. Save your document as lastnameELARLL.doc or lastnameELARLL.docx (e.g., leekELARLL.docx). Your learning log must be submitted as a Word document file as described in the abstract of the ELAR learning log. I will not accept your assignment in any other manner. Doing What Works Guided Study On Your Own Due October 25 from flash drive at the beginning of class. Spelling Ch. 12, Tompkins Spelling Ch. 12, Tompkins Work with Writing team Reading and Writing Stories Reading and Writing Information Reading and Writing poetry Read Tompkins Chapters 9, 10 & 11 Read Stone Fox Competencies 011 and 012 are due today Reading and Writing Stories Reading and Writing Information Reading and Writing poetry Read Tompkins Chapters 9, 10 & 11 Reading and Writing Stories Reading and Writing Information Reading and Writing poetry Read Tompkins Chapters 9, 10 & 11 Grammar and Handwriting Read Chapter 13 in Tompkins Work with writing team Handwriting Test Multiple choice 2

November 8

November 10

November 15 November 17 November 22

November 24 November 29

Thanksgiving no class Scheduled time to be filmed teaching your mini-lesson. (You may have to schedule time outside of regular class timeEach member of Groups will be filmed for about 5 minutes) Film feedback Turn in Writing Folder

December 1

Scheduled time to be filmed teaching your mini-lesson. (You may have to schedule time outside of regular class timeEach member of Groups will be filmed for about 5 minutes)

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Film feedback December 6 Scheduled time to be filmed teaching your mini-lesson. (You may have to schedule time outside of regular class timeEach member of Groups will be filmed for about 5 minutes) Film feedback

SecondELAR LL assessment. Download to class computer from flash drive. Save your document as lastnameELARLL.doc or lastnameELARLL.docx (e.g., leekELARLL.docx). Your learning log must be submitted as a Word document file as described in the abstract of the ELAR learning log. I will not accept your assignment in any other manner.
December 7/8 December 9 Reading Days On your own: Take Home Essay test, due by 11:59PM today.

Embedded Tests 150 points Three Tests (50 points, 50 points, 50 points) - Two multiple choice tests, one essay and short answer test, primarily based on the TExES competencies Learning Applications 250 points 50 points ELAR Learning Log See Assignment handout for directions. (Two assessments, 25/25) 50 points Doing What Works Guided Study - See Assignment handout for directions. 50 points Writing Folder Assemble a Writing folder that includes handouts and personal writing that is part of the writing process using the 6+1 traits directions in class 50 Points Filmed lesson plan and teaching. You will teach a lesson that employs an appropriate literacy strategy You will be videotaped teaching your lesson to a small group of classmates (chosen by the instructor at random). The content of your lesson as well as your performance will be evaluated. Subsequently, the class will watch the tapes and complete an evaluation form. 25 Points Competency expert presentation. You will become an expert on one of the competencies and serve as your classmates resource on that competency. You will prepare mini-lessons and advise classmates on learning log resources. Mini-lesson presentations will be coordinated with chapters. You will TEACH aspects of the competency to your classmates, using a mini-lesson format. You will also inform your classmates when material from the books or class would be particularly helpful to add to their learning logs. I will videotape some competency expert sessions to acclimate the class to the use of videotapes as data to improve classroom instruction. 25 points Handwriting Competency on board and paper.

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Letter Grade/Points 60% 240 D64% 256 D 68% 272 D+ 70% 280 C74% 296 C+ 78% 312 C+ 80% 320 B84% 336 B 88% 352 B+ 90% 360 A94%+ 376 A

Attendance is essential. You are expected to attend every class, arriving on time and staying until dismissed, because this displays commitment to the class and respect for your professor and classmates. Doctors notes and the like are not excuses for absences; however, the instructor appreciates being informed about your reason for absence(s). Attendance will be tracked and absences (for any reason) as well as tardiness or leaving early could impact your final grade. Arriving more than 5 minutes late or leaving more than 5 minutes before dismissal is considered missing half of a class. Absences are unacceptable, but at times life gets in the way. Each individual situation will be considered. In general, each absence after four will result in a deduction of 80 points and could result in being asked to withdraw or failing the course. Policies Read the assigned material and complete homework assignments BEFORE class. Take part in discussions, in-class assignments, and group work. Be prepared to ask questions about material you do not understand. You are responsible for determining and making up any work that you miss due to an absence. You should arrange to have a "class buddy" collect handouts, communicate information, and inform you about the material covered. The instructor will not pre-grade assignments. Pre-grading gives some students an unfair advantage and should not be necessary for upper-level or post-graduate students. The writing lab in the library can provide assistance. Also, peer review and study groups can be very helpful. Quality, neat work is expected. Work will be graded based upon the instructors evaluation of the quality of the work as well as completion of the work. Average work will result in average grades. Assignments are due at the beginning of class on the days listed in the calendar, unless stated otherwise. Assignments are to be completed and turned in on time; late assignments will not be accepted. If an assignment is not turned in on time due to serious illness or another grave reason, contact the instructor before class to arrange for an extension. Depending on individual circumstances, the assignment will either be accepted for credit, a minimum 25% deduction will be taken, or all points will be lost. NO emailed assignments will be accepted! Exams will be taken only on the dates listed in the syllabus; make-up tests will not be given except for extreme situations. The testing environment will be honored for the good of all. Once an exam begins, the instructor will not converse with anyone for any reason. Professionalism, attendance, positive participation, and timely fulfillment of the assignments are expected. Completion of all assignments is essential. A students grade could be raised or lowered based on the instructors subjective evaluation of overall performance in the aforementioned areas. Extra Credit. See calendar
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Technology. NO emailed assignments will be accepted except for podcast, if necessary! You need a minimum 2 GB flash drive dedicated for Childrens Literature. Label it and dont lose it! You will turn in some of your assignments by downloading your files from your flash drive to my computer. You will also have the opportunity to download some shared resources to it. The course will use UTD Elearning and UTD email only. Be sure to have your accounts in order and your computer working properly. You always have the option to come to campus and use the computers here. Only emails that are signed with your name, class, and section number will be answered. Put the course and section number in the subject line of your email to ensure that it gets through and will be opened. Please address the recipient respectfully and use correct grammar and spelling. Email correspondence should be appropriate and should not contain requests for handouts, notes, grades, etc. to be sent or faxed to you, and should NEVER be a request to treat your coursework and grade differently than what is outlined in the syllabus. Additionally, you should not request special favors or expect special consideration be given to you that is not afforded to other students in the class. Emails containing such content will not be answered. Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Word are required. Technology problems are NOT acceptable excuses for late work! Complete your assignments enough in advance to make sure your computer, Internet provider, printer, Elearning, etc. are in working order such that you can turn in your work on time. Save your work often and seek advice and resources from the campus technology help desks. (972-883-2991) Use of laptops during class is limited to note taking. Surfing the web, working on other assignments, and reading emails is distracting and disrespectful to the instructor and your classmates. You will be asked to forego the use of your laptop in class if it is used for anything but note taking. Please turn your cell phone off during class. Other than in emergency situations, emailing, texting, twittering, IMing, surfing, and all the other electronicing is out. Field Trip Policies/ Off-campus Instruction and Course Activities. - N/A

Student Conduct & Discipline The University of Texas System and The University of Texas at Dallas have rules and regulations for the orderly and efficient conduct of their business. It is the responsibility of each student and each student organization to be knowledgeable about the rules and regulations which govern student conduct and activities. General information on student conduct and discipline is contained in the UTD publication, A to Z Guide, which is provided to all registered students each academic year.

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The University of Texas at Dallas administers student discipline within the procedures of recognized and established due process. Procedures are defined and described in the Rules and Regulations, Board of Regents, The University of Texas System, Part 1, Chapter VI, Section 3, and in Title V, Rules on Student Services and Activities of the universitys Handbook of Operating Procedures. Copies of these rules and regulations are available to students in the Office of the Dean of Students, where staff members are available to assist students in interpreting the rules and regulations (SU 1.602, 972/8836391). A student at the university neither loses the rights nor escapes the responsibilities of citizenship. He or she is expected to obey federal, state, and local laws as well as the Regents Rules, university regulations, and administrative rules. Students are subject to discipline for violating the standards of conduct whether such conduct takes place on or off campus, or whether civil or criminal penalties are also imposed for such conduct. Academic Integrity The faculty expects from its students a high level of responsibility and academic honesty. Because the value of an academic degree depends upon the absolute integrity of the work done by the student for that degree, it is imperative that a student demonstrate a high standard of individual honor in his or her scholastic work. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, statements, acts or omissions related to applications for enrollment or the award of a degree, and/or the submission as ones own work or material that is not ones own. As a general rule, scholastic dishonesty involves one of the following acts: cheating, plagiarism, collusion and/or falsifying academic records. Students suspected of academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary proceedings. Plagiarism, especially from the web, from portions of papers for other classes, and from any other source is unacceptable and will be dealt with under the universitys policy on plagiarism (see general catalog for details). This course will use the resources of turnitin.com, which searches the web for possible plagiarism and is over 90% effective. Email Use The University of Texas at Dallas recognizes the value and efficiency of communication between faculty/staff and students through electronic mail. At the same time, email raises some issues concerning security and the identity of each individual in an email exchange. The university encourages all official student email correspondence be sent only to a students U.T. Dallas email address and that faculty and staff consider email from students official only if it originates from a UTD student account. This allows the university to maintain a high degree of confidence in the identity of all individual corresponding and the security of the transmitted information. UTD furnishes each student with a free email account that is to be used in all communication with university personnel. The Department of Information Resources at U.T. Dallas provides a method for students to have their U.T. Dallas mail forwarded to other accounts. Withdrawal from Class The administration of this institution has set deadlines for withdrawal of any college-level courses. These dates and times are published in that semester's course catalog. Administration procedures must be followed. It is the student's responsibility to handle
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withdrawal requirements from any class. In other words, I cannot drop or withdraw any student. You must do the proper paperwork to ensure that you will not receive a final grade of "F" in a course if you choose not to attend the class once you are enrolled. Student Grievance Procedures Procedures for student grievances are found in Title V, Rules on Student Services and Activities, of the universitys Handbook of Operating Procedures. In attempting to resolve any student grievance regarding grades, evaluations, or other fulfillments of academic responsibility, it is the obligation of the student first to make a serious effort to resolve the matter with the instructor, supervisor, administrator, or committee with whom the grievance originates (hereafter called the respondent). Individual faculty members retain primary responsibility for assigning grades and evaluations. If the matter cannot be resolved at that level, the grievance must be submitted in writing to the respondent with a copy of the respondents School Dean. If the matter is not resolved by the written response provided by the respondent, the student may submit a written appeal to the School Dean. If the grievance is not resolved by the School Deans decision, the student may make a written appeal to the Dean of Graduate or Undergraduate Education, and the deal will appoint and convene an Academic Appeals Panel. The decision of the Academic Appeals Panel is final. The results of the academic appeals process will be distributed to all involved parties. Copies of these rules and regulations are available to students in the Office of the Dean of Students, where staff members are available to assist students in interpreting the rules and regulations. Incomplete Grade Policy As per university policy, incomplete grades will be granted only for work unavoidably missed at the semesters end and only if 70% of the course work has been completed. An incomplete grade must be resolved within eight (8) weeks from the first day of the subsequent long semester. If the required work to complete the course and to remove the incomplete grade is not submitted by the specified deadline, the incomplete grade is changed automatically to a grade of F. Disability Services The goal of Disability Services is to provide students with disabilities educational opportunities equal to those of their non-disabled peers. Disability Services is located in room 1.610 in the Student Union. Office hours are Monday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The contact information for the Office of Disability Services is: The University of Texas at Dallas, SU 22 PO Box 830688 Richardson, Texas 75083-0688 (972) 883-2098 (voice or TTY) Essentially, the law requires that colleges and universities make those reasonable adjustments necessary to eliminate discrimination on the basis of disability. For example, it may be necessary to remove classroom prohibitions against tape recorders or animals
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(in the case of dog guides) for students who are blind. Occasionally an assignment requirement may be substituted (for example, a research paper versus an oral presentation for a student who is hearing impaired). Classes enrolled students with mobility impairments may have to be rescheduled in accessible facilities. The college or university may need to provide special services such as registration, note-taking, or mobility assistance. It is the students responsibility to notify his or her professors of the need for such an accommodation. Disability Services provides students with letters to present to faculty members to verify that the student has a disability and needs accommodations. Individuals requiring special accommodation should contact the professor after class or during office hours. Religious Holy Days The University of Texas at Dallas will excuse a student from class or other required activities for the travel to and observance of a religious holy day for a religion whose places of worship are exempt from property tax under Section 11.20, Tax Code, Texas Code Annotated. The student is encouraged to notify the instructor or activity sponsor as soon as possible regarding the absence, preferably in advance of the assignment. The student, so excused, will be allowed to take the exam or complete the assignment within a reasonable time after the absence: a period equal to the length of the absence, up to a maximum of one week. A student who notifies the instructor and completes any missed exam or assignment may not be penalized for the absence. A student who fails to complete the exam or assignment within the prescribed period may receive a failing grade for that exam or assignment. If a student or an instructor disagrees about the nature of the absence [i.e., for the purpose of observing a religious holy day] or if there is similar disagreement about whether the student has been given a reasonable time to complete any missed assignments or examinations, either the student or the instructor may request a ruling from the chief executive officer of the institution, or his or her designee. The chief executive officer or designee must take into account the legislative intent of TEC 51.911(b), and the student and instructor will abide by the decision of the chief executive officer or designee. These descriptions and timelines are subject to change at the discretion of the Professor.

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