ThinkCERCA is proud to partner with the University of California, San Diego to offer a practicum in Secondary Foundational Reading and Linguistics. Led by the designers of our course, this experience will provide training and support for practitioners addressing the needs of adolescent learners in middle and high school classrooms.
From topics such as Decoding to Vocabulary Building, the course will meet in a hybrid format to allow for nine, 90-minute direct instruction and collaboration opportunities as well as job-embedded planning, practice, and reflection. There is also an asynchronous version. Teachers will receive 4.5 quarter units/credits (3 semester units/credits) of post-baccalaureate credit for this 8-week/45-hour course from the University of California, San Diego.
This course is designed to equip practicing educators with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively teach and support the reading and language development of adolescents. Participants will delve into the foundational principles of literacy instruction, exploring the intersection of linguistics and pedagogy in the context of adolescent learners.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Who should enroll?
- Teachers of adolescents who have an interest or responsibility to support reading achievement. Post-baccalaureate, graduate-level credits are available.
- Students who excel in online courses are generally organized, motivated, independent, and have good time-management skills.
How do I register?
- Register right on this page. Shortly after, you will receive enrollment information from the university related to setting up your Canvas account, course access directions, and tech assistance support if needed. In addition to enrollment information, you will receive initial correspondence with the course instructor, Dr. French.
Will I have a UCSD transcript?
- Yes. More information regarding transcripts can be found here.
What is the format of the summer course?
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Our summer course is designed specifically for the busy educator in mind; therefore the summer course is intensive and covers eight weeks of instruction in two (2) or four (4) weeks.
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Students in the summer course who want to complete the course in two (2) weeks will:
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Attend a daily 60-90 minute, synchronous session (7am PST, 8am MST, 9am CST, 10am EST)
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Spend 4-5 hours completing out of class required work per day over two weeks (reading articles, writing responses, participating in discussion boards, creating mock lesson plans)
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Students in the summer course who want to complete the course in four (4) weeks will:
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Attend a daily 60-90 minute, synchronous session (7am PST, 8am MST, 9am CST, 10am EST)
- Spend 2-2.5 hours completing out of class required work per day (reading articles, writing responses, participating in discussion boards, creating mock lesson plans)
What is the format of the fall course?
How much does the course cost?
What happens if I need to drop the course?
- The course is non-refundable.
Can I take the class as non-credit and pay a reduced tuition?
- No. Online classes are taken for credit, and the per-credit tuition applies.
Are there installment plans available?
Is financial aid available?
- There is no financial aid available.
What are the technical requirements for an online course?
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All online courses require an internet connection. The course is offered through UCSDs Canvas software, a web-based learning system. Generally, you’ll interact with Dr. French and other students via email, discussion boards, interactive chat rooms, or video conferences.
Course Number: EDUC-42516
Credit: 4.50 unit(s)
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9/16/2024 - 11/8/2024
$390
Hybrid
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CLASS TYPE:
In-class + web based.
This learning experience is intentionally designed as a combination of in-class and web-based instruction. In-class meetings follow the published schedule. Students are also expected to engage with course content online during the published course dates.
INSTRUCTOR:
French, Jennifer
Dr. Jenny French is an educator and leader with a career spanning various facets of education, with her journey in literacy beginning as an elementary classroom teacher and middle school language arts teacher.
Dr. French held roles including secondary literacy coach, university associate professor, curriculum director, and assistant superintendent of schools. Each step of the journey marks a contribution to the field, shaping educational practices, curriculum development, and policy implementation. Her personal journey of having a son with dyslexia drove her participation as a previous board member for the International Dyslexia Association and grew a passion for helping students with dyslexia to find their college and career path.
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TEXTBOOKS:
No information available at this time.
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Please contact the Education department at 858-534-9286 or unexeduc@ucsd.edu for information about this course and upcoming sections.