474 Course Descriptions MED 6220 - Current Problems in Education (3) A survey course which identifies and gives opportunity to research current problems in education at national, state, and local levels. Solutions and responses are developed from the research to address problems. MED 6230 - Instructional Technology for Teachers (3) Designed for students who have had a prior introduction to technology. Topics could include classroom applications of technology, software evaluations, and technology integration. MED 6240 - Foundations of Teaching for Cultural and Language Differences (2) This course will address the nature of pluralism in American Society, including but not limited to exploration of multicul- turalism, bilingualism, first and second language acquisition and instructional strategies. Establishes the core foundations for valuing diversity. MED 6250 - Second Language Acquisition: Theories and Implementation (3) This course explores second language acquisition processes, current theories, and effective strategies as a knowledge base in planning appropriate curriculum and instruction for English language learners. MED 6270 - Literacy Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners (3) Teaching strategies for English language development and content area instruction. MED 6280 - Family and Community Involvement in Education (2) Examination of methods which would facilitate the interaction between the parent/community and the teacher/school through reciprocal communication, home-based involvement, school-based involvement and decision making. Special emphasis will be given to the importance of parental involvement in the education of second language learners. MED 6300 - Conducting Qualitative Research (3) Designed as an introduction to the philosophy, theory, and methodology of qualitative research. This course is a companion course to MED 6080, Conducting Educational Research. Special emphasis is placed on designing qualitative research proposals for master's degree projects. MED 6311 - Content Instruction in the Elementary School: Science (2) Su Explores new concepts in curriculum and methods of science instruction in the elementary schools. This course is required for elementary licensure. MED 6312 - Content Instruction in the Elementary School: Mathematics (2) Sp Explores new concepts in curriculum and methods of mathematics instruction in the elementary schools. This course is required for elementary licensure. MED 6313 - Content Instruction in the Elementary School: Social Studies (2) Explores new concepts in curriculum and methods of social studies instruction in the elementary schools. This course is required for elementary licensure. MED 6314 - Reading Instruction in Elementary Schools (2) F An exploration of current research theories and their pedagogical implications related to teaching vocabulary, reading comprehension, fluency, phonics, and phonemic awareness in elementary school classrooms. This course is required for elementary licensure. MED 6316 - Language Arts Instruction in Elementary Schools (2) Sp Students will explore theory, instructional methodology, and activities for supporting students in developing expertise in the essential skills of communication: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing. This course is required for elementary licensure. MED 6320 - Content Area Literacy Instruction (3) Use of reading as an effective means to help students comprehend their course material. Explores how to incorporate these skills into the curriculum of the content areas. This course is required for secondary licensure. MED 6330 - Using Children's Literature and Informational Text in the Classroom (2) This course will provide a broad basis for using children's literature for instructional purposes in elementary classrooms to enhance literacy development. MED 6340 - Reading Assessment and Instructional Interventions (3) Assessment of reading problems and corrective procedures for remediation in elementary classrooms. MED 6350 - Reading Comprehension Instruction (3) An exploration of current research theories and their pedagogical implications related to teaching vocabulary, reading comprehension, and metacognition. This course is required for the Level 1 Reading Endorsement. MED 6352 - Early Literacy Instruction (K-6) (2) The purpose of this course is to focus on the research on emergent and early literacy development so that teachers may construct well-designed, appropriate literacy learning environments, and experiences for young language learners. Because this is an advanced course, students will be expected to have a reading background in early literacy. This course is required for the Level 1 Reading Endorsement. MED 6353 - Understanding and Supporting Reading Development (grades 6-12) (3) every other semester This course is to help practicing secondary teachers acquire skills and strategies to support struggling readers. Specifically, this course will provide teachers with a systematic and ongoing approach to classroom intervention to prevent continued failure in reading. Required for the Level 1 Basic Secondary Reading Endorsement. MED 6354 - Literacy Leadership and Professional Development (2) This course is designed to increase understanding of the administration and supervision of school literacy programs. Major topics will include: professional development, school/ community relations, mentoring partnerships, student diversity, curriculum evaluation and development, and assessment. This course is required for the Reading Specialist Endorsement. Prerequisite: Basic Reading Endorsement. MED 6355 - Research in Reading (3) This course will engage students in studying and understanding primary research documents in reading. Students will be guided to explore both classical and contemporary reading research studies. Students will also be instructed in basic research techniques in reading. This course is required for the Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog