Course and PD Outlines

This section of the CEM contains additional resources for teacher educators, leader educators, and in-service professional development providers.

Course Syllabi

Sample syllabi are provided for your review. One was developed by a professor for a “Reading in the Content Areas” course incorporating some aspects of disciplinary literacy. The other is an example for a secondary reading course, “Disciplinary Literacy,” that replaced the university’s former Content Area Reading course.

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Sample Syllabus: Reading in the Content Area

Sample Syllabus: Disciplinary Literacy

Disciplinary Literacy: An Overview for Leaders

This section includes a PowerPoint presentation, speaker notes, and suggested follow-up activities for instructional leaders (e.g., principals, curriculum developers, curriculum resource teachers). The presentation is designed for a one-hour professional development session for leaders and those studying to become leaders, thus it is appropriate for both leader education programs as well as school district personnel.

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PowerPoint Presentation

Speaker Notes

Disciplinary Literacy: An Overview for Teachers

This presentation includes a PowerPoint presentation, speaker notes, and suggested follow-up activities for secondary teachers in all the disciplines. The presentation is designed for a 2 ½-hour professional development session.

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PowerPoint Presentation

Speaker Notes