demonstrate knowledge of outstanding authors and illustrators of children’s literature; 11. organize and participate in small group discussions of literature; 12. evaluate representations of children’s literature in media other than print; and, 13. use a wide range of texts (e.g., narrative, expository, and poetry) from traditional print, digital, and online resources.. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK The logo at the top of the page represents the conceptual framework of the School of Education. It is the philosophy upon which the college programs are built and includes the following tenets: Inquiring Pedagogues…  draw from knowledge of content  use various strategies to meet the needs of all learners  respect the needs of diverse learners  demonstrate openness to change, creativity, and innovation Effective Professionals…  collaborate  utilize appropriate technology  believe that all students can learn  create democratic communities  view themselves as learners Reflective Practitioners...  draw on the past to understand the present  interconnect continuously - theory, research, and practice - content and pedagogy - action and reflection 2

EDCI 3000 Course Syllabus Sections 001 and 004 Fall 2016 Course Requirements Double-space all assignments. Save all assignments in Word with the following title: last name, section, and assignment name. Also put your last name, section, and the assignment name in the email subject line. Example : Smith001modernfantasy. Email each assignment to the instructor at [email protected] (not through Moodle) no later than 4:30 PM for section 001 and 9:00 AM for section 004 on its due date. Late assignments will receive 0 points unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor. You may submit assignments early. Talking Points (10 points each) Read each article and determine 3-5 talking points for class discussion. Write a paragraph to explain each point. You may include questions you have. Email a copy to the instructor and bring a copy to class as these will form the basis of our discussions. Article #1 “Role of Child Development and Society” Article #2 * “A Brief History of Children's Picture Books and the Art of Visual Storytelling” (online) Article #3 “Coming to Terms with CCSS” Article #4 “Repeated Interactive Read Alouds” Article #5 “Reading Aloud with Children of All Ages” Article #6 “Teaching Thanksgiving” Article #7 “Reading, Writing, Censorship” Article #8 “The Case for Informational Text” * Access online at: - childrens-picture-books-and-the-art-of-visual-storytelling/253570/ Book Responses (worth 10 points each) See course schedule for due dates Echo The Manny Files Modern Fantasy novel Contemporary Realistic Fiction novel Historical Fiction novel Write a one- to two-page response to each book and email to the instructor. Do not summarize the novel.