02:30 P.M. - 03:45 P.M., Tu,Th (09/02/2008 - 12/10/2008),
FordH 130, TCEASTBANK

Instructor: Eric Stephen Daigre

Grading basis/credits: A-F only, 3 credit(s)

Description: Since this is the first of a two-semester course, students registering for EngL 3505 will continue on to EngL 3506 (Community Learning Internships II). In class, students will explore literacy, educational theory, concepts of civic engagement, as well as the connections between literature and literacy, theory and practice, community work and academic study. Outside of class, students work 3-4 hours per week at participating nonprofit and educational organizations ranging from K-12 schools to adult education centers. Class presentations. Readings. Weekly reflective and analytical writing assignments will add up to a substantial portfolio. Students receive initial training from Career and Community Learning Center and Minnesota Literacy Council, and orientations at community sites.