LIS 580: Winter 2006 Course Outline
Wednesdays 1:00 - 3:50 pm
Calendar Description:
A study of different theories of reading (e.g. social, psychological, literary) and of sites and practices of literacy in an era of rapid cultural and technological change.
Objectives:
On completion of this course, students will appreciate and be able to critique:
- social theories of reading
- contextual issues
- sites of reading ( home, educational institutions, etc.)
- psychological approaches to reading
- cultural theories of reading
- forms and conventions of texts
- issues involving graphic materials
- questions of linguistic and cultural background
- technological pressures on reading
- media/computer literacies
- hypertext and other changing forms of text
- organizational issues concerning literacy
- sources and supplies of reading materials
- institutional approaches to meeting reader needs
Course content may include:
- An introduction to major theoretical perspectives on reading
- An overview of substantial institutional questions regarding reading
- An introduction to the following topics:
- the role of various forms of literacy education
- the impact of the supply and organization of literacy materials
- the effects of technological change on literate behaviours
Instructional methods typically include:
Seminar presentations, guest lectures, class discussion of readings, site visits.
Course Relationships:
Pre-requisite: LIS 501.
Inclusive Language & Equity:
The Faculty of Education is committed to providing an environment of equality and respect for all people within the university community, and to educating faculty, staff and students in developing teaching and learning contexts that are welcoming to all. The Faculty recommends that students and staff use inclusive language to create a classroom atmosphere in which students’ experiences and views are treated with equal respect and value in relation to their gender, racial background, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. Students who require accommodations in this course due to a disability affecting mobility, vision, hearing, learning, or mental or physical health are advised to discuss their needs with Specialized Support and Disability Services.
Academic Integrity:
The University of Alberta is committed to the highest standards of academic integrity and honesty. Students are expected to be familiar with these standards regarding academic honesty and to uphold the policies of the University in this respect. Students are particularly urged to familiarize themselves with the provisions of the Code of Student Behaviour (online at http://www.ualberta.ca/secretariat/appeals.htm) and avoid any behaviour which could potentially result in suspicions of cheating, plagiarism, misrepresentation of facts and/or participation in an offence. Academic dishonesty is a serious offence and can result in suspension or expulsion from the University.
*Policy about course outlines can be found in Section 23.4(2) of the University Calendar.
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