Course Description
Explores the history, types, and characteristics of young adult literature (YAL), along with best practices in teaching it. Careful consideration is given to defining both who adolescents are and what young adult literature is. Emphasizes reading and analyzing YAL by exploring the themes, literary elements, and rationale for teaching literature for adolescents. Addresses ways in which YAL can be integrated and implemented effectively in an English Language Arts curriculum.
Fall 2024
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
August 19, 2024
Classes End:
December 3, 2024
Location:
00232 111 Lampe Drive
Class Days:
T
Class Start Time:
1:30pm
Class End Time:
4:15pm
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: Junior standing. Middle Grades Education, Language Arts & Social Studies Concentration Majors Only