EDU 542 - Teaching Reading in the Content Area, 3 credit hours

This course is an in-depth analysis of content area reading materials and instructional teaching strategies. Specifically, it focuses on the 21st century skills of information literacy and media literacy. Topics in the course will emphasize the importance of critical thinking and problem solving in teaching and learning in the content areas. Candidates will study issues and trends in content area reading instruction and will be encouraged to think and work creatively with others and communicate ideas clearly.