READ 3223.50 Syllabus

What is the preferred contact method for the instructor?

• Email

• Canvas message

• Office hours

• Phone call

Answer explanation

The preferred contact method for the instructor is a Canvas message, as it allows for organized communication within the course platform, ensuring that messages are easily accessible and related to course content.

When are the instructor's Office Hours?

• Only by appointment

• Thursday 7-9pm

• Monday 2-4pm

• Wednesday 8-9pm & by appointment

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Only by appointment' because it indicates that the instructor's Office Hours are not set at specific times, but rather can be scheduled individually.

Where can I find the Zoom link for class?

• In my email each week

• The Zoom tab in Canvas

• On my Google Calendar

• There is no Zoom link

Answer explanation

The correct place to find the Zoom link for class is in the Zoom tab in Canvas, as it is specifically designed to provide access to class links and resources.

When does our class meet each week?

• Monday, 5:00-7:50pm

• Wednesday, 4:00-6:00

• Tuesday, 4:30-7:20

• We don't meet each week.

What is one of the course learning outcomes?

• Successfully describe foundational theories, research, and methods for early childhood literacy development in PK-3 classrooms.

• Accurately evaluate the various types of genres and text structures found in children’s literature, multimodal texts, informational texts, decodable texts, and leveled texts used in PK-3 classrooms.

• Appropriately employ the Texas Pre-Kindergarten Guidelines related to reading, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), and English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) for PK-3 classrooms.

Answer explanation

Each description is a learning outcome for this course.

What is the required textbook for this course?

• Literacy Development in the Early Years: Helping Children Read and Write (9th ed.) by Morrow

• There are no required textbooks.

• The Comprehension Toolkit by Harvey

• Reading with Meaning by Miller

Answer explanation

The required textbook for this course is "Literacy Development in the Early Years: Helping Children Read and Write" (9th ed.) by Morrow, as indicated in the answer choices.

What materials do I need for this course?

• Grade level TEKS

• Texas PreK Guidelines

• Computer & Internet Access

• Convas Website

Answer explanation

For this course, you need Grade level TEKS, Texas PreK Guidelines, Computer & Internet Access, and access to the Convas Website. All these materials are essential for effective learning and course participation.

What should I do if I must be absence from class?

• Nothing. Attendance is not required.

• Contact the instructor in advance when possible.

Answer explanation

Contacting the instructor in advance is important for informing them of your absence and discussing any missed work.

What are the Zoom guidelines for our online class?

• Your video should be on during class.

• It is best to use a computer or laptop.

• Use headphones or set up in a quiet area.

• Do not use Zoom while driving.

Answer explanation

The Zoom guidelines for our online class include keeping your video on, using a computer or laptop for better functionality, utilizing headphones or a quiet area for clear audio, and avoiding use while driving for safety.

What are the major course assignments?

• Participation, Reader Responses, and Teaching Reflections

• Reading Responses, Emergent Literacy Observation Project, Literacy Autobiography, Final Project

• Reader Responses, Discussion Board Posts, and Final Paper

Answer explanation

The correct answer includes key assignments: Reading Responses, Emergent Literacy Observation Project, Literacy Autobiography, and Final Project, which are essential components of the course.