Custom Program Proposal University of Kentucky · University of Kentucky in Florianópolis Custom Program Components Overview ... cost‐effective, fully customized portfolio of services,

Proposal prepared for:

Anthony C. Ogden, Ph.D.

Executive Director, Education Abroad and

Exchanges

University of Kentucky International Center

859.323.2136

[email protected]

Laurie A. Henry, Ph.D.

Associate Professor and Interim Chair

Curriculum and Instruction

University of Kentucky

859.257.7399

[email protected] Proposal prepared by:

Mario E. González

Custom Program Manager

Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, & Cuba

International Studies Abroad

1112 W. Ben White Blvd.

Austin, TX 78704

512.480.8522

[email protected]

University of Kentucky Education in Florianópolis

Summer 2016

Custom Program Proposal

University of Kentucky Education in Florianópolis

The ISA Custom Programs team is made up of twelve full‐time staff members, one of whom will manage the

University of Kentucky program in Florianópolis. The ISA Custom Program Manager for your program is Mario E.

González. Mario will serve as the primary contact for University of Kentucky faculty and staff throughout all phases

of the program, especially during the pre‐departure and post‐program phases. While abroad, the University of

Kentucky faculty and staff will work closely with the overseas staff on site to troubleshoot any potential problems and

manage the day‐to‐day program operation.

Minimum enrollment: 10 participants

Number of University of Kentucky faculty/staff leaders: One faculty

Arrival date at Florianópolis / Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN): May 28, 2016

Departure date from Florianópolis / Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN): June 26, 2016

Proposed Program Itinerary

The following itinerary is tentative and for planning purposes only. ISA will begin confirming the final program

itinerary approximately four to six weeks prior to departure in close collaboration with University of Kentucky

faculty and staff. Should unforeseen circumstances compromise the agreed upon program itinerary, the ISA overseas

staff and ISA Austin will work closely with the University of Kentucky faculty and staff to identify appropriate

alternatives.

Friday, May 27 Depart the U.S. (overnight flight)

Saturday, May 28 Arrive to Florianópolis

ISA pick‐up at Florianópolis Hercílio Luz Airport and check‐in at hotel

Meet in Hotel Lobby for orientation

ISA Orientation

Group Welcome Dinner

Night at Florianópolis Palace Hotel

Sunday, May 29 Florianópolis city tour

Homestay drop‐off

Monday, May 30 UK Education course (2 hours 30 minutes)

Crash Course Portuguese (2 hours)

Tuesday, May 31 Bilingual School ‐ Initial Observation


Wednesday, June 1 UK Education course (2 hours 30 minutes)


Thursday, June 2 Bilingual School ‐ Initial Observation


Friday, June 3 UK Education course (2 hours 30 minutes)


Saturday, June 4 Excursion: Blumenau and Itajai River Valley

Sunday, June 5 Free day

Monday, June 6 UK Education course (2 hours 30 minutes)


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Tuesday, June 7 Bilingual School – Teaching Assistant Support




Thursday, June 9 Bilingual School – Teaching Assistant Support




Saturday, June 11 Balneário Camboriú

Sunday, June 12 Free day


Visit to Public School



Visit to Private School



Saturday & Sunday, June 18‐19 Free Weekend for optional excursion to Rio


Academic Visit/Guest lecture ‐ Education Department


Service‐Learning Collaboration Project with Bilingual School


Academic Visit/Guest lecture – Premio RBS de Educação


Service‐Learning Collaboration Project with Bilingual School


Farewell dinner

Saturday, June 25 ISA Airport drop‐off at Hercílio Luz International Airport

Sunday, June 26 Arrive to the U.S.

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University of Kentucky in Florianópolis Custom Program Components Overview

Pre-departure support services

A custom‐designed promotional flyer and 25 color copies to market your program;

ISA University Relations Regional Director to promote your program on campus and regionally;

Customized admissions process including registration and online submission of required participant

forms;

Pre‐departure orientation materials including an interactive, site‐specific online orientation;

Final pre‐departure packet.

Health & safety support

Orientation meeting upon arrival to address cultural adjustment, health and safety, housing, academics,

excursions and the program itinerary;

Liability coverage for University of Kentucky for the duration of the program;

Emergency support from U.S. and Florianópolis staff who will be on‐call for the duration of the program.

Academic Support

Classroom space for the University of Kentucky‐taught course for a maximum of 30 contact hours over

the duration of the program;

Professor to teach a Portuguese crash course for a maximum of 20 contact hours over the duration of the

program;

Student participation in local service‐learning opportunities for two days over the duration of the

program (including donations);

Sixteen visits to a private bilingual school and four academic, including honorariums, transportation and

interpreters (if necessary):

o Academic visit to Public School

o Academic visit to Private School

o Academic visit to Education Department (of city or state government)

o Academic visit to Premio RBS de Educação

One year digital subscription to The New York Times. This will allow access to thousands of articles,

interactive media, videos and archived journalism dating back to 1851, the year the paper was founded;

Use of the ISA Florianópolis office, including computer/internet access and working space for University

of Kentucky participants and faculty upon request.

Participant Housing & Meals

Participant housing in shared rooms at a hotel in Florianópolis for the first night of the program.

Breakfast will be included at the hotel;

Participant housing with families in Florianópolis (shared rooms), including two meals per day, and

laundry service once per week;

Welcome group meal and farewell group meal (gratuity included).

Faculty Support

Faculty housing in an individual room at a hotel in Florianópolis for the first night of the program.

Breakfast will be included at the hotel;

Faculty housing in a one bedroom apartment in Florianópolis;

Local cell phone for use by the University of Kentucky faculty leader over the duration of the program in

Florianópolis.

Cultural activities and excursions

Cultural activities and excursions as listed, including entry fees and hotel accommodations for the

optional overnight excursion to Rio de Janeiro as indicated below:

o Blumenau and Itajai River Valley (day trip)

o Balneario Camboriu (day trip)

o Optional excursion to Rio de Janerio (2 nights)

Visit to Christ the Reedemer

Visit to Sugar Loaf

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ISA Florianópolis staff will welcome participants and faculty upon arrival, lead all excursions, facilitate

the orientation program and serve as a cultural liaison for the group throughout the program.

On-site Transportation

Group pick‐up and drop‐off at Florianópolis / Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN) on designated

program arrival and departure dates;

Private chartered buses will be utilized for excursions outside of Florianópolis, as well as program

activities within Florianópolis which require it;

Regional flights will be utilized for the optional excursion to Rio de Janeiro.

Post-program support services

Re‐entry resources, including welcome back email and ISA Professional Development Toolbox ;

Comprehensive program evaluations completed by participants and faculty, reviewed by ISA and shared

with the University of Kentucky Education Abroad Office and faculty leader once the program is

complete.

Detailed descriptions of each of the support services listed above are found in the “Comprehensive Description of

Program Components”. If you have any questions or would like to make any modifications to your proposed

program’s inclusions, please contact your ISA Custom Program Manager.

Program Price

The University of Kentucky program in Florianópolis will be $2,825 per participant if at least 10 participants enroll. If

15‐19 participants enroll in the program, the per‐participant price will be $2,550, and if 20+ participants enroll, the per‐

participant price will be $2,400. Please note that all ISA program fees are given in U.S. dollars and will not vary

despite currency fluctuations.

Number of participants 10‐14 15‐19 20+

Per‐participant program fee $2,825 $2,550 $2,400

Optional excursion to Rio de Janeiro $800 $750 $700

ISA understands the importance of affordability in designing your program. We have made every effort to offer you a

cost‐effective, fully customized portfolio of services, catered to the unique needs of your program. Should you receive

another proposal for this program that comes in below the prices quoted above, please know that ISA is very willing

to work with you in an effort to achieve this price, when possible. If you would like to discuss modifying any aspects

of this proposal to better meet your needs, please contact your Custom Program Manager. Program Deadlines and Withdrawal Policy

Should your institution decide to partner with ISA, ISA will provide a contract that confirms the price as well as the

finalized program components and support services. This proposal does not serve as a contract for your program; the

contract will outline program admissions and financial policies, including the option to cancel the program without

financial penalty, and will require signatures from ISA and University of Kentucky. Below is an outline of deadlines

that will be further defined in the contract.

IMPORTANT PROGRAM DEADLINES

February 8, 2016 March 14, 2016 April 13, 2016

30 days after proposal is submitted 75 Days Prior to

Program Departure

45 Days Prior to Program Departure

Send requested program

modifications or proposal

approval/rejection by this date. If

program is approved, a contract will

follow.

Official Decision Deadline. Roster of

all program participants sent to ISA.

Upon submission, ISA will begin

making final arrangements and any

changes to the program are subject

to ISA approval.

Final Forms and Payment deadline.

Full Program Payment Due to ISA

from University of Kentucky. All

admissions forms and applicable

payments are due to ISA.

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WITHDRAWAL POLICY DATES

March 14, 2016 April 13, 2016 May 13, 2016

75 Days Prior to Program Departure

OR date roster is sent to ISA

45 Days Prior to Program Departure 15 Days Prior to Program Departure

Refunds for withdrawals of any

participant after this date will be

subject to non‐refundable incurred

costs.

Withdrawal of any participant after

this date will result in a penalty of

50% of the participant’s applicable

program fee.

Withdrawal of any participant after

close of business on this date will not

receive a refund.

Comprehensive Description of Program Components

The following sections provide additional details on the program components and support services outlined above.

Pre-Departure Support Services Details

MARKETING YOUR PROGRAM

ISA is dedicated to making your program a success. A crucial step to being able to implement your custom program is

recruiting participants, and ISA would like to help you to market your program on campus and at nearby colleges

and universities. All ISA marketing support services are both complimentary and optional.

The ISA graphic design team can custom‐design a promotional flyer for the University of Kentucky in Florianópolis

program. ISA will provide 25 full color copies of the 8.5”x11” flyer along with the PDF file for your use should

additional copies be required. Alternatively, if University of Kentucky designs flyers or other graphic imagery in‐

house, University of Kentucky may elect to share the final PDF file with ISA for distribution.

ISA REPRESENTATIVES ON CAMPUS

ISA has two full‐time staff on campus at the University of Kentucky dedicated to maximizing the success of this

program. Patrick Barker, ISAʹs Kentucky Office Coordinator and Lindsey Capps, Custom Program and Outreach

Coordinator can assist faculty in a number of areas, including:

Study abroad fairs;

Information tables;

Meetings with participants, advisors, and faculty;

Classroom and participant organization presentations.

The ISA UK office is located at 313 Bradley Hall and is open M‐F 8am‐5pm. It can be reached by phone at 512‐480‐

8522.

PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION/ADMISSIONS PROCESS

The Custom Programs division of ISA has implemented a system of virtual forms and documents which are

accessible to participants in their personal ISA Student Portal online. Because ISA uses information within the Student

Portal to coordinate the logistics of the program with the ISA Resident Directors overseas, all of the documents listed

below are required. ISA will work with University of Kentucky, however, to share information and streamline the

process as much as possible.

Participants will first be required to submit an online registration form with general information such as address and

phone number. Once this process is complete, the participant will receive an email granting access to their ISA

Student Portal. A common misconception among participants is that once the online registration form has been

submitted, the ISA admissions process is complete. It is important to stress to participants that if they have not logged

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into the ISA Student Portal to submit all of the required forms listed below, their program participation may be in

jeopardy.

The following forms are required for all participants in an ISA Custom Program:

Program Contract

ISA Code of Conduct

Medical History Form

Health Clearance Form (to be signed by a doctor, physician’s assistant or nurse practitioner)

Passport Copy (scanned and uploaded)

Travel Responsibility and Release Form

Visa Information and Responsibility form

How to Book Your Flight Form

Flight Itinerary (scanned and uploaded)

U.S. Embassy S.T.E.P. Registration Instructions form

Digital Photo (uploaded as a JPEG)

Housing Contract

Housing Questionnaire

All forms will be due by the Final Forms and Payment deadline as specified above. If participants do not complete all

forms and applicable payments to ISA by this deadline, ISA will begin communications with University of Kentucky

and the participant about any applicable penalties, including withdrawal from the program.

PRE-DEPARTURE ORIENTATION

After the deadline has passed and the participants’ forms and payments have been submitted, participants will have

access to their interactive, Online Orientation within the ISA Student Portal. This online orientation provides information on their specific program site, such as culture, housing and transportation within their host city, health

and safety, food, ISA offices and staff, etc.

If you would like assistance with your on‐campus pre‐departure orientations, please contact your Custom Program

Manager, as he or she can share helpful pre‐departure resources or help present the information to your participants

in person or via Skype.

FINAL PACKET

Approximately two weeks prior to program departure, participants will have access to a final packet in their ISA

Student Portal, which contains emergency contact names and phone numbers, participants’ flight information, airport

arrival instructions and contingency plan in case there is a change to the participant’s planned arrival, and a basic

program itinerary. The final packet provides a seamless transition between pre‐departure and arrival, when our

resident staff becomes their primary ISA contact.

Health & Safety Support Services Details

ON-SITE PROGRAM ORIENTATION

Upon arrival in Florianópolis the ISA on‐site staff will conduct a program orientation, to address:

Cultural adjustment

Health and safety and medical insurance procedures

Housing

Academics

Program itinerary and upcoming cultural activities

Acquiring cell phones in Florianópolis

These orientation meetings allow participants a chance to become familiar with the ISA Resident staff immediately

upon arrival. During the orientation meeting, each participant and faculty leader is also provided with an emergency

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contact card upon arrival, which includes the ISA Resident Director’s office phone number, cell phone number, and

email address.

ISA INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE ISA requires that every participant and faculty leader be covered by an international medical insurance policy. Since

ISA international health insurance is not included in the program, University of Kentucky must provide the

description of coverage for the insurance policy that will be used.

LIABILITY

ISA has liability insurance in the aggregate amount of $5,000,000. University of Kentucky will be named as an

additional insured entity through the duration of this program.

24/7 EMERGENCY SUPPORT

The support of ISA Austin is available to University of Kentucky advisers, participants, faculty, and parents

throughout all phases of the program. The ISA Austin office can be reached at (512) 480‐8522 during regular business

hours:

Monday‐Thursday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM CST;

Friday, 7:00AM – 5:00 PM.

During weekend and evening hours, the ISA Austin telephone answering machine will provide the caller with the

ISA Austin emergency phone number, which is available 24 hours per day, seven days per week for additional

support in case of emergency. The ISA Austin staff is trained to answer emergency calls and respond according to ISA

emergency protocol. ISA Austin should be included in any pertinent emergency communications and will remain the

point of contact for the U.S.‐based University of Kentucky program coordinator.

Once on site, ISA’s full‐time Resident Directors will assist participants and faculty with all aspects of their experience

abroad. ISA Resident Directors are locals and are highly knowledgeable about the available facilities, customs,

support services and local people. The ISA Resident Directors arrange program orientation, academic supports,

excursions, weekly meeting, cultural activities, and other services. ISA staff members are trained to ensure the well‐

being of each program participant and make every effort to make themselves accessible to participants at all times. In

the event that a program participant must go to the hospital or to a doctor, the ISA on‐site staff will assist in

scheduling the appointment, accompanying the participant on the visit, and aid the participant in any other way

necessary. Additionally, the ISA Florianópolis staff will ensure that the participant is aware of all procedures required

to file an insurance claim for medical services.

While in Florianópolis, the University of Kentucky participants and faculty leader will have access to the ISA

Florianópolis office and the support of its two staff members. The ISA office is conveniently located inside the

UNISULʹs Ilha Centro campus where the students will take most of their classes. The office, in the center of

downtown, provides a study room, computer/internet workstations, and a lounge area available for ISA students.

Students are encouraged to visit the ISA facility (general office hours are 9:00am‐6:00pm Monday through Friday) to

check e‐mail, receive tutoring, obtain travel advice, or to practice speaking Portuguese with the ISA staff.

The Resident Director in Florianópolis is Rodrigo Ferrari Franzoni. As a native of Florianópolis, Rodrigo is fascinated

with international education. In 2008, he attended George Mason University in Alexandria, Virginia to study English,

Italian and Global Affairs. In 2009, he spent two semesters in Wilmington, NC at UNCW to study French, Spanish and

Business. He is currently pursuing a degree in International Relations. Rodrigo speaks English and Portuguese

fluently and can also communicate in Italian, Spanish and French. Music, technology, animated film and television are

among some of his passions. He enjoys getting to know people and he also especially likes helping ISA students with

their Portuguese.

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Academic Support Details

The University of Kentucky program in Florianópolis will have an academic focus of Education and will provide

participants with academic credit upon successful completion of the program.

UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY COURSE IN FLORIANÓPOLIS

While in Florianópolis, University of Kentucky participants will enroll in EDC 533: Teaching Adolescent Literacy

across the Disciplines to be taught by the accompanying University of Kentucky faculty leader. In order to best

understand and support the curriculum for this program, please provide a copy of the course syllabus to ISA upon

approval of this proposal of support services.

CLASS MEETING SPACE

ISA will arrange classroom space for a total of 30 hours over the duration of the program for the University of

Kentucky‐taught course. Upon revision of this proposal, faculty leader will have the opportunity to request specific

classroom and/or instructional technology. Typical classrooms in Florianópolis are outfitted with tables, chairs, a

projector and screen, Wi‐fi, and a whiteboard.

ACADEMIC VISITS AND GUEST LECTURES

The academic coursework in the University of Kentucky program in Florianópolis will be experiential in nature,

comprised of 16 visits to a private bilingual school. In addition, there will be four academic visits with discussions led

by local schools and organizations as a complement to the University of Kentucky academic coursework, including

honorariums and interpreters (if necessary) for the following activities:

Academic visit to Public School

Academic visit to Private School

Academic visit to Education Department (of city or state government)

Academic visit to Premio RBS de Educação

* ISA will make every effort to secure these lecture and academic visits, but cannot be guaranteed at this time.

The University of Kentucky faculty leader should provide guidance, potential contacts, and detailed academic

objectives for each lecture, discussion, or visit in advance to assist ISA in preparing local experts for the types of

questions they may be asked by the participants. The academic visits and guest lectures will be confirmed 4‐6 weeks

prior to departure, within the timeframe in which local professors, professionals, businesses, and organizations are

able to commit to the requested activities.

CUSTOM COURSE

ISA will contract instructor from UNISUL or a comparable institution to instruct a Portuguese crash course, consisting

of a total 20 contact hours.

SERVICE-LEARNING COMPONENT

In addition to their academic courses, participants will work as a group for two half‐days with ongoing service‐

learning projects in the Florianópolis area in order to create a positive and lasting impact in the community. ISA will

work with the University of Kentucky faculty leader to set up the service‐learning assignments with local

organizations. Prior to program departure, specific program placements will be determined based on participant

language proficiency and community need.

Service-Learning Minimum Language Requirements

Participant language proficiency requirements are stipulated by local organizations in order to ensure the quality of

the service provided to the organization by the participant and/or group. As such, it is beyond the control of ISA to

mandate the level of interaction in which participants will be able to participate if participants do not meet these

minimum requirements.

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Many ISA Service‐Learning group opportunities in Florianópolis include activities interacting with locals, which will

require participants to have a minimum of beginner level of Portuguese. Should University of Kentucky elect not to

establish a participant requirement of beginner‐level Portuguese‐language proficiency, ISA service‐learning will

arrange a service project (building, painting, planting, etc.) for the group to complete based on the availability and

immediate needs of the organization.

TRANSCRIPTION OF COURSES

University of Kentucky will be responsible for course registration, tuition billing, grade reports, and transcripts for all

courses offered in conjunction with this program.

THE NEW YORK TIMES SUBSCRIPTION

University of Kentucky participants and faculty leader in this program will receive a digital subscription to The New

York Times online, allowing them to access thousands of ground‐breaking articles, interactive media, videos and

archived journalism dating back to 1851, the year the paper was founded. Participants will be encouraged by U.S. and

resident staff to engage with selected Times media in order to facilitate learning in different areas of their program in

Florianópolis. In this way, access to the Times will complement the program of University of Kentucky, encouraging

participants to connect with the global community.

Participant Housing and Meals Details HOST FAMILIES

Participants will be able to experience the unique culture of Florianópolis by living with host families while on the

program. In addition to having an opportunity to be immersed in the Portuguese language, participants will observe

and experience aspects of the Brazilian lifestyle that are inaccessible to most visitors. The homes are located

throughout the city within walking distance or via local bus, 10‐45 minutes from where classes will be held. Most of

our families are made up of individuals who do not speak English. Some of the households do have English‐speaking

members, and all are experienced in hosting participants with all levels of Portuguese. For language and culture

programs, ISA instructs families to speak only Portuguese to participants to maximize cultural and linguistic

immersion. Participants are usually housed (two) to a room. The families will provide two meals per day and laundry

service weekly over the duration of the program.

ISA Host Family Quality Assurance

ISA is well‐established at our program sites and we have long‐standing relationships with our host families. Host

family housing is typically one of the best‐rated components on ISA post‐program surveys, with participants

frequently commenting that their host family had a positive impact on their experience abroad. ISA ensures high‐

quality homestay experiences by the following:

When contracting host families at each site, ISA conducts an extensive application and interview process

including a home visit. New host family applicants are often the result of referrals by current host families,

indicating a high level of satisfaction with hosting ISA participants.

ISA maintains a detailed database of all host families, including family members living in the home, their ages

and occupations.

Each ISA participant that stays with an ISA host family completes a detailed evaluation at the end of their stay so

we can assure that conditions within the homestay continue to meet our high standards.

ISA makes every effort to meet housing requests of universities and individual participants. Individual homestay

matches are based on questionnaires participants complete prior to departure, which outline any applicable health or

nutritional requirements, as well as personal preferences and roommate requests. All housing assignments are

confirmed approximately two to four weeks prior to departure.

HOTELS

Participants will be housed in shared rooms at a hotel for the first night of the program in Florianópolis (typically two

participants per room). If there is an odd number of participants of the same gender, participants may be roomed in

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triple‐occupancy rooms. Breakfast will be provided at the hotel. Participants will be responsible for lunch and dinner

meals with the exception of group meals as noted on the program itinerary.

GROUP MEALS

ISA will arrange two group meals in Florianópolis for the University of Kentucky participants and faculty. A welcome

meal helps establish a sense of community among the group and serves as an introduction to the Brazilian

gastronomy and culture. Likewise, a farewell dinner acknowledges the importance of the experience and provides a

sense of closure to the program. Group meals may be prix‐fixe or buffet‐style. Consult your ISA Custom Program

Manager for details.

CELL PHONES

While ISA does not provide international cellular phones, we can provide guidance and assistance to participants

wishing to obtain one for use while in Brazil. Participants will receive detailed information on the variety of cell

phones available during their on‐site orientation upon arrival in Florianópolis.

Faculty Support Details

All costs for one University of Kentucky faculty leader, including housing, excursions, cultural activities, and group

meals as outlined in the program itinerary, are included in the per‐participant program price.

HOUSING IN FLORIANÓPOLIS

The University of Kentucky faculty leader will stay in a one‐bedroom, furnished an apartment for the duration of the

program. All utilities, including Wi‐fi, are included along with rent in the per‐participant program price. The faculty

leader will be housed in a single room and will be responsible for his or her own meals. ISA will present up to three

options for apartments, if none of these are acceptable, ISA will provide a stipend in the amount budgeted so that the

faculty leader can arrange their own apartment.

In addition, the University of Kentucky faculty leader will stay in an individual room at a hotel in Florianópolis

during the first night of the program. Breakfast will be provided at the hotel, and the faculty leader will be responsible

for lunch and dinner meals with the exception of group meals as noted in the program itinerary.

CELL PHONE

ISA will provide the University of Kentucky faculty leader with a mobile phone upon arrival in Florianópolis, to aid

in communication with ISA on‐site staff, as well as University of Kentucky Education Abroad Office staff, should an

emergency arise. The cost of the phone service and rental is included. If the faculty leader utilizes all of the minutes,

texts and/or data provided, the faculty leader will be responsible for paying out of pocket for more minutes, texts or

data. It is the responsibility of University of Kentucky to ensure each faculty leader is aware of this policy. Please

consult your ISA Custom Program Manager for details.

FACULTY FORMS

All participating faculty are required to complete and submit ISA policy forms regarding medical history, housing,

flight itinerary, accompaniment, and academic responsibilities. The faculty leader will also receive an ISA Faculty

Handbook which outlines general ISA protocol as well as recommendations for recruitment and on‐site group

management. Advance copies of this handbook are available upon request.

FAMILY OR OTHER ACCOMPANYING PARTIES ISA will comply with University of Kentucky policies regarding accompanying person(s) for faculty‐led

programs. Should the university permit the accompaniment of faculty leader, ISA requires all accompanying persons

to be approved and confirmed by University of Kentucky. University of Kentucky is responsible for providing ISA

with details of the accompanying persons(s) by March 14, 2016. The faculty leader is required to submit the CP

Faculty Accompaniment Information, including which activities the accompanying person(s) will participate in,

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within one week of notifying ISA their participation. All accompanying person(s) must submit a waiver of liability to

ISA. ISA will then invoice the faculty leader directly for costs associated with the accompanying person(s) prior to

departure. Payment is due 15 days prior to departure of the program. If payment is not received prior to the program

departure, the accompanying person(s) may not be able to participate in the program activities as planned.

The faculty leader will not receive any refund for any changes made to the accompanying person(s)ʹ attendance of

program activities while on‐site. Additional details about these policies are available upon request.

Cultural Activities and Excursions Details

As a complement to the program academics in Florianópolis, the University of Kentucky participants and faculty

leader will broaden their understanding of Brazil through their participation in cultural activities and excursions as

listed below. ISA will arrange group transportation and entry fees for participants and faculty leader during all

program activities and excursions. On the optional overnight excursion to Rio de Janeiro, the group will be housed in

a hotel with participants in double rooms (or triples if there is an odd number of participants) and the faculty in a

single room.

FLORIANÓPOLIS

Florianópolis, a city situated on an island in southeastern Brazil, is modern and cosmopolitan yet also blessed with

tremendous natural beauty. Floripa, as it is called by locals, showcases over 42 beaches, rolling mountains, Atlantic

rainforest, soft white sand dunes, and an array of offshore islands. As a complement to its natural beauty, this popular

city has been named one of the best places to live and do business in a country that is rapidly becoming an economic

superpower. Florianópolis is a unique destination where past, present and future coexist harmoniously, making it a

fantastic place for a student wanting to study abroad in an active and dynamic city environment.

Florianópolis City Tour

BLUMENAU AND ITAJAI RIVER VALLEY (DAY TRIP)

Explore the nearby town of Blumenau, founded by German immigrants whose heritage has left a lasting impression

on the town today. Youʹll feel as if youʹve been transported to Germany as you stroll along the scenic streets and enjoy

traditional German cuisine. The European‐inspired towns that dot the surrounding fertile river valley have given this

area the nickname ʺEuropean Valley.ʺ

BALNEARIO CAMBORIU (DAY TRIP)

Balneário Camboriú is a major beach resort fifty miles north of Florianópolis in the state of Santa Catarina. The town,

with its steep hills dropping down to the sea, is famous for the cable car which, uniquely in the world, links the two

beaches of Balneário Camboriú and Laranjeiras. Students will take a boat tour around the coast lines of the two

beaches, then relax, swim and dine on the Laranjeiras beach, and later ride the cable car up to the Unipraias park to

enjoy breathtaking views, an optional mountain sled ride and other nature activities.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION TO RIO DE JANEIRO (TWO NIGHTS)

Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil, on the South Atlantic coast. Rio is famous for its breathtaking

landscape, its laidback beach culture and its annual carnival. The city was host to the 2014 World Cup, and will soon

host the 2016 Olympics.

Visit to Christ the Reedemer

Visit to Sugar Loaf

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Transportation

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS

International airfare is not included in the ISA program price. University of Kentucky participants and faculty may

book airfare individually, or University of Kentucky may choose to book group airfare through a travel agent. Should

University of Kentucky prefer to have participants and faculty book airfare individually, ISA will provide all program

participants information on which airport they should fly into and the arrival time window for ISA airport pick‐up.

Should University of Kentucky prefer to book group international airfare for the program in Florianópolis, please

contact your Custom Program Manager. As a division of WorldStrides, ISA may be able to facilitate group flights to

and from the program site.

Passports All international travel requires a valid passport. ISA will collect virtual copies of each program participant’s photo

and signature page of their passport. For any program which includes domestic air travel within the host country or

international travel once abroad, ISA requires University of Kentucky to submit all collected passport copies (photo

and signature pages) to ISA with the final roster of participants.

Brazil Entry Requirements for US Citizens

Brazil requires a visa; any such fees are not included in the ISA program price. If the proposed program is approved,

during the admissions stage, ISA will provide a description of Brazil’s visa requirements, and if applicable, will

provide information on the visa application process and provide supporting documentation as necessary. Ultimately,

University of Kentucky participants and faculty leader are responsible for applying for and obtaining appropriate

visas and paying all applicable entry and exit fees. Participants who are not US citizens will be responsible for

researching visa requirements and ISA will provide additional documentation as necessary.

ON-SITE TRANSPORTATION

ISA will arrange airport pick‐up and drop‐off at Florianópolis / Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN) at specified

times on the designated program arrival and departure dates. If participants are booking their own flights, ISA will

provide specific information prior to departure about airport pick‐up times and protocol.

In addition, ISA will arrange ground transportation on private chartered buses for excursions outside of Florianópolis

and any cultural and academic visits in Florianópolis which require it.

Furthermore, ISA will arrange regional flights while in Brazil, for the optional excursion to Rio de Janeiro. Tickets for

each University of Kentucky participant and faculty leader will be purchased in advance by ISA. In order to make

airfare reservations, clear photocopies of all participants’ passports are required; if this proposal is approved and

participant enrollment is met, University of Kentucky should provide ISA participants’ passport copies as soon as

possible.

University of Kentucky participants and faculty leader will be responsible for all other individual transportation

while in Brazil; ISA will provide information on the public transportation system in Florianópolis prior to departure,

and ISA Florianópolis staff will also advise participants on transportation options during the orientation upon arrival.

Post-Program Support Services Details

RE-ENTRY RESOURCES

A welcome‐back email greets participants upon their return to the U.S. and gives details regarding transcription, the

ISA alumni discount, the ISA Global Ambassador program, the ISA photo contest, and tips for re‐acclimating to being

home.

Upon completion of the program, participants also gain access to the Professional Development Toolbox in their

Student Portal. This toolbox will help participants communicate the transferable skills in a way that shows their

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potential employer or post‐grad university the concrete benefits they will provide as a direct result of their experience

abroad. This includes a career resources guide, video tutorials, networking and social media tips, and helpful links.

PROGRAM EVALUATIONS

ISA will conduct a post‐program evaluation of both faculty and participants. While the faculty evaluation is primarily

qualitative, the participant evaluation is both qualitative and quantitative.

Once all participants complete the program evaluation, your Custom Program Manager will summarize the feedback

and send it to you and your university’s Study Abroad Office. To ensure that both the ISA staff abroad and your

home university can review all feedback as quickly as possible, your Custom Program Manager will strive to send the

evaluation summary in a timely manner.

Please note that ISA takes your feedback very seriously. We are committed to providing the best study abroad

programs possible, and we rely heavily on feedback from program evaluations to do so.

About International Studies Abroad

For over twenty‐five years, International Studies Abroad (ISA) has been helping participants learn about their world.

ISA currently offers study abroad programs in Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa

Rica, Cuba, the Czech Republic, the Dominican Republic, England, Fiji, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India,

Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Morocco, New Zealand, Peru, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, and

Thailand.

With its diversity of programs at more than 50 academic institutions throughout the world, and the dedication of its

experienced Resident Directors, ISA provides support for an extraordinary range of faculty‐led programs, including

art history, business, literature, marketing, mathematics and modern languages.

Since its first Custom Program in 1998, ISA has:

Partnered with more than 130 U.S. universities to develop custom study abroad programs for their participants;

Successfully developed and administered more than 470 custom programs;

Sent more than 7,000 participants abroad on programs developed in collaboration with U.S. universities.

ISA is a Global Partner of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, and supports NAFSAʹs efforts to advance

international education and exchange. ISA is also a member of the Forum on Education Abroad and has been

recognized and certified by the Forum through its Quality Improvement Program (QUIP). ISA is legally registered in

Brazil.

Updated 3/31/14

315 Bradley Hall Lexington, KY 40506-0058

Phone: 859-257-4067 Fax 859-323-1026

www.uky.edu/educationabroad

CURRICULUM APPROVAL FOR EDUCATION ABROAD COURSES SUBMISSION REQUESTED 2-4 MONTHS PRIOR TO PROGRAM DEPARTURE.

www.uky.edu/educationabroad/faculty/program_development.html

To ensure appropriate academic oversight, the University Senate requires that all UK courses taught as part of a credit-bearing, faculty-directed, education abroad program obtain college-level Curriculum Committee/Education Policy Committee approval. This requirement applies to all courses, even though the course has already been approved by the University Senate to be taught domestically. The purpose of the approval is to ensure that UK courses taught abroad meet college-approved learning objectives and outcomes.

Each Curriculum Committee may request additional materials be supplied along with this form, including but not limited to a syllabus and course description. The Curriculum Committee Approval for Education Abroad form must be submitted to UK Education Abroad at least 2 months prior to program departure.

SUBMIT FORM TO: 1. Sponsoring College Curriculum Committee or Education Policy Committee Chair 2. ATTN: Dr. Anthony Ogden, Executive Director of Education Abroad & Exchanges, UK Education Abroad, 305 Bradley

Hall, [email protected]

CURRICULUM COMMITTEE APPROVAL

Prefix, number and title course to be offered abroad:

Total credit hours not counting ISP 599:

Total contact hours of instruction:

Instructor of Record:

Prefix, number and title of second course to be offered abroad (if applicable):

Total credit hours not counting ISP 599:


Instructor of Record:

I certify that the course(s) listed above has been reviewed by the College’s Curriculum or Educational Policy Committee. The course(s) is approved to be delivered abroad and is in compliance with UK’s academic and administrative policies.

UK Education Abroad Program Director College Curriculum or Educational Policy Committee: (Chair) _______________________________ Date___________ _______________________________ Date___________

Signature Signature

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Printed Name/Title Printed Name/Title

______________________________________________ ______________________________________________

College College

http://www.uky.edu/educationabroad/faculty/program_development.html

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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

The foundation of every education abroad program is an emphasis on student learning. As opposed to course objectives which outline the subject matter that the faculty member intends to teach, a student learning outcome describes the abilities or knowledge the student should possess upon successful completion of the education abroad program, of which courses are one aspect of the total learning. All UK Sponsored programs must have clearly articulated learning outcomes, along with strategies for achieving and measuring those outcomes.

Please (a) provide at least three specific learning outcomes for the overall program, (b) describe your pedagogical approach(es) for each intended outcome, (c) describe how each learning outcome will be assessed, and (d) list any resources that may be needed for each learning outcome to succeed: Intended Learning Outcome:

What will students learn? Pedagogical Approaches: How will students learn?

Method of Assessment: How will you know if the

students learned?

Resources Needed: What resources do you need

to enhance the learning?

Example:

Students will learn to recognize the geological formations which exist across the varied topography of New Zealand.

Example:

Lectures will be given on-site of the mountains visited to physically expose students to the sight, smell, and even taste of geological formations.

Example:

Students will compose blog posts about pre-assigned formations and give an oral presentation of their knowledge on-site for a grade.

Example:

Access to wireless internet for at least a few days.

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1b.

1c.

1d.

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2b.

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2d.

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

COLLEGE/DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Primary sponsoring college:

Primary sponsoring department:

Department chair:

Curriculum Committee chair:

Has the Curriculum Committee been informed?

Secondary sponsoring college (if applicable):

Secondary sponsoring department (if applicable):

ACADEMIC PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Experience type (study, intern., research, teaching, S-L):

Total number of credits to be offered:

Host institution (if applicable):

Participants’ minimum class standing:

Participants’ minimum GPA (must be ≥ 2.0):

Is the program open to both grad. and undergraduates?

Students’ required major, dept., or college (if applicable):

Language of instruction:

Minimum level of foreign lang. proficiency (if applicable):

Additional eligibility requirements (if applicable):

Will non-student applicants be permitted to participate in the program? Who are the anticipated non-student participants?

Program Director name:

Email:

Name(s) of other participating UK faculty/staff:

Destination city(s):

Destination country(s):

Proposed program title:

Term & year:

Travel dates:

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND HIGHLIGHTS

Please provide an overview of the proposed program (approximately 200 words), including what topics will be covered and how the program location enhances the course(s). This text will be used to promote the program to potential student participants on the UK Education Abroad website and promotional materials.

Please list three to five program highlights about the program that will be of interest to potential student participants. This can include specific site visits, guest lectures, excursions, special activities, etc. These highlights may be used to promote the program on the UK Education Abroad website and promotional materials.

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ACADEMIC COURSE INFORMATION

In order for residential UK courses to be taught off campus, the academic content must be consonant with the original intent and learning outcomes of the course. In cases where the learning outcomes are substantially different, a “special topics” designation within the major must be used. When the learning outcomes remain consistent with an already approved UK course, the regular course number and title should be used. If available, please attach draft copy of the syllabus for each course to be taught abroad. Final syllabi will be requested closer to the program date of departure. It is the responsibility of the home department to build the course(s) associated with the education abroad program in myUK.

If the program is open to graduate students, please include both the undergraduate and graduate course information. It is acceptable to list the graduate credit as something that must be arranged individually.

First UK course number & title:

Total credit hours:

Pre-requisites (if any):



Instructor of record for course catalog:

Does this course fulfill degree or UK Core requirements? Please specify.

Will any part of this course be taught on campus? If so, please specify dates for on-campus meetings.

Second UK course number & title (if applicable):

Total credit hours:







Third UK course number & title (if applicable):

Total credit hours:







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GENERAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

Program Customization: UK Education Abroad partners with a number of reputable organizations to provide customized support for faculty-directed programming. Customized programming can include planning and logistics, arrangements for housing and academic facilities, planned cultural excursions, coordination of guest speakers, on-site support for health and security, assistance with promotion and outreach, etc.

1. Would you like to receive more information on customized programming?

2. Is there a particular provider organization you would like to work with?

3. Are you independently working with any external agent to plan program logistics or host any excursions? If so, please provide the name, affiliation, and contact info for this agent.

Budgeting: As all expenses associated with this program must be covered by student fees and Education Abroad scholarships are limited, please indicate any sources of potential funding that may offset the overall program cost to students.

1. Type and amount of financial support from sponsoring college/department:

2. Type and amount of financial support from other sources (e.g., grant funding):

3. External financial aid/scholarship support for students:

Student Accommodations:

1. Types of housing that will be utilized during program:

2. Which, if any, meal costs will be included in the program fee?

3. What methods of in-country transportation will be utilized?

Promotion & Outreach:

1. Estimated number of participants:

2. Describe your outreach strategies to enroll traditionally underrepresented student populations (e.g., racial minorities, first generation, low SES, etc.)

3. Will the Program Director(s) recruit at other institutions? If so, list key institutions.

Participant Selection & Acceptance:

1. Person responsible for approving student applications:

2. Approving person’s myUK user ID (do not provide password):

3. What, if any, additional application materials do you require?

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HEALTH, SAFETY & SECURITY

All UK Education Abroad programs must adhere to best practices in health, safety and security. Additionally, UK Risk Management may be asked to review program structures to minimize institutional liability.

Per AR 4:9, the University does not sponsor or approve international travel for educational purposes in a country for which a U.S. Department of State Travel Warning is in effect. However, the University will consider exceptions based upon petitions submitted by each student, faculty, or staff employee proposing the travel, which will be reviewed by the Travel Warning Subcommittee of the Education Abroad Advisory Committee. The Subcommittee will then make a recommendation to the Associate Provost for Internationalization, who will consult with the college dean or designee before making a final decision.

Please review the following websites to identify any health and safety risks in the destination country(s): • Center for Disease Control • Travel Warning and Consular Information • Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) • UK Travel Medicine Clinic

• HTH Worldwide • Business Procedures - Motor vehicle Insurance • Business Procedures - Use of Motor Vehicles

Additionally, consider any health and safety risks associated with program activities, including, but not limited to, water activities or travel on water, strenuous physical activity, exposure to dangerous plants and animals, extreme environmental conditions (e.g., high altitude), farm visits or contact with animals, and home stays.

Please identify and address how you will mitigate any location- or program-specific health and safety concerns:

CLERY ACT COMPLIANCE: CAMPUS SECURITY AUTHORITY

The Clery Act requires that all program leaders directing student groups abroad must be trained as Campus Security Authorities. Leaders must complete this short online training through myUK. Questions about training should be directed to Casey Henson with UK Crisis Management at [email protected] or 859-257-9567.

http://www.cdc.gov/travel/

http://travel.state.gov/%5d

https://www.osac.gov/Pages/Home.aspx

http://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/

http://abroad.ad.uky.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Abroad.ViewLink&Parent_ID=A5108CDC-B8DF-4645-46FD1C815E47C188&Link_ID=AA5B7C00-A4DD-466D-3C51BAD8F6238D58&pID=5&lID=27

http://www.uky.edu/EVPFA/Controller/files/BPM/E-14-1.pdf

http://www.uky.edu/EVPFA/Controller/files/BPM/E-14-2.pdf


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CURRICULUM APPROVAL

To ensure appropriate academic oversight, the University Senate requires that all UK courses taught as part of a credit-bearing, faculty-directed, education abroad program obtain college-level Curriculum Committee/Education Policy Committee approval. This requirement applies to all courses, even those that have already been approved by the University Senate to be taught domestically. The purpose of the approval is to ensure that UK courses taught abroad meet college-approved learning objectives and outcomes.

The Curriculum Committee Approval for Education Abroad form must be submitted to UK Education Abroad at least 2 months prior to program departure.

BUILDING THE COURSE

It is the responsibility of the Program Director, in conjunction with the sponsoring department, to build the course associated with the new Education Abroad program. Each college or program has a designated staff member responsible for building UK courses. Please communicate with that person to ensure that the program’s course was built according to the guidelines below:

Stand Alone Education Abroad Programs UK courses taught entirely abroad (non-embedded courses) should be built as “off-campus” with the international location indicated and a section number of 700-799. In accordance with established section number protocols across campus, the second digit of the section number will indicate the term the course is being offered.

Summer Session I = section number of 710 Summer Session II = section number of 720

Winter = section number of 730 Fall or Spring = section number of 701

Additionally, there should be a note attached to each course that is visible in the course catalog indicating that it is taught overseas. An example course note is: “This course is part of an Education Abroad program and is taught in India. Please contact Dr. ABC, [email protected] or visit http://www.uky.edu/international/educationabroad for more information.”

Embedded Education Abroad Programs A UK course taught as an embedded education abroad program (majority of instruction occurs in the US) should be built as a regular semester course. The course should NOT be built with the 700 section number. Additionally, there should be a note attached to each course that is visible in the course catalog indicating that a portion of the course is taught overseas. An example course note is: “This course is part of an Education Abroad program and has a REQUIRED international component. Please contact Dr. ABC, [email protected] or visit http://www.uky.edu/international/educationabroad for more information.”

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

Prior to teaching abroad, all Program Directors will be required to attend a pre-departure orientation conducted by UK Education Abroad on policies, procedures and best practices on leading an education abroad program.

The materials below will be required from each Program Director no later than 2-3 weeks prior to program departure. Each Program Director will be required to create a “UK Sponsored Program Director” application in the Education Abroad database. The materials will then be submitted electronically to that application. Details for creating the Program Director application will be provided.

Signature Documents The following documents must be digitally signed indicating awareness of UK Education Abroad policies and procedures.

• Participation Agreement • Health & Emergency Statement • Duties and Responsibilities • Fiscal Responsibilities Agreement

• Clery Act- Campus Security Authority (CSA) • Instructions for Building an Education Abroad Course • Release, Indemnification, Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement

Application Questionnaires Program Directors will also be asked to complete and submit the following questionnaires, providing more information about the final program arrangements as well as essential health and safety information.

• Course Syllabus • Passport Information • Program Itinerary • Flight Itinerary

• Self-Disclosure Form • On-Site Contact Information • Site Information for Clery Act Compliance (2 parts) • Travel Medical Insurance Extended Coverage

Summer II (2016) EDC 533 Sect 220

EDC 533: Teaching Adolescent Literacy across the Disciplines Course Delivered via Internet/Web-based Technologies

Instructor: Dr. Laurie A. Henry

Office: 337 Dickey Hall Office Telephone: 859-257-7399

Email: [email protected]

Instructor: Dr. Laurie A. Henry Office Location 337 Dickey Hall; Physical mailbox located in 335 Dickey Hall

Phone Number 270-945-8808 (cell); 859-257-7399 (office)

Email [email protected] Virtual Office Hours

Via Google Hangout or Canvas; Times TBD Arranged individually through email and telephone as needed

Technological Requirements

Computer with internet access or access to UK computer facilities. Access to digital audio devices (e.g., laptop, access to microphone/headphones)

For Technological assistance

Contact TASC at http://www.uky.edu/TASC or call 859-257-8272 Contact Information Technology Customer Service Center http://www.uky.edu/UKIT or 859-257-1300

Technical Complaints

Contact the College of Education Instructional Technology Center at 859-257-7967 or contact Information Technology Customer Service Center http://www.uky.edu/UKIT or 859-257-1300

Preferred method for contacting instructor

Email: [email protected] Skype: lahenry96 or Google Chat: lahenry96 Online Course Delivery Platform (via Canvas)

Anticipated Response Time

24 hours

Information on Distance Learning Library Service

http://www.uky.edu/Libraries/DLLS

DL Librarian Carla Cantagallo, DL Librarian; local 859-257-0500, ext 2171 Long distance: 800-828-0439, option 6 [email protected]

DL Interlibrary Loan Service

http://www.uky.edu/Libraries/libpage.php?lweb_ide=253&llib_id16



http://www.uky.edu/TASC

http://www.uky.edu/UKIT

http://www.uky.edu/UKIT


http://www.uky.edu/Libraries/DLLS


http://www.uky.edu/Libraries/libpage.php?lweb_ide=253&llib_id16


Bulletin Description This course provides an in-depth study of theories and teaching methods for integrating literacy (including digital literacy) instruction into content area classrooms at the middle and high school levels. Instructional strategies, procedures, and assessments designed to increase vocabulary learning and comprehension of expository texts are emphasized. Course Overview The general purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth study of theories and teaching methods for integrating literacy instruction into content area classrooms at the middle and high school levels. The course will focus on the manner in which the language arts (including reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing, and visually representing) are developed and used within the learning of discipline-specific curriculum, including adaptations for culturally diverse and exceptional learners. Additionally, the course will provide connections between knowledge of literacy processes, using language to support learning, and effective instruction that integrates reading and writing. The course content, readings, and assignments are designed to fulfill the Kentucky Teacher Standards within the conceptual framework for the professional education unit at the University of Kentucky, which emphasizes the theme, Research and Reflection for Learning and Leading. In addition, course activities will require access to the Kentucky core Content for Assessment and program of Studies for middle and/or high school levels. Finally, overarching themes throughout the course include the role of the middle and high school teacher as a reflective decision maker, teacher as researcher, culturally responsive pedagogy, and global citizenship. Course Objectives/Learner Outcomes 1. Learners will increase their understanding of developmentally appropriate practices to

promote middle and high school students’ growth in literacy engagements (including reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and visually representing)

2. Learners will be introduced to and use literacy strategies that middle/high school students can apply to successfully comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate discipline specific texts.

3. Learners will create instructional goals and activities appropriate for middle/high school students’ active learning through interaction with both print and digital text formats.

4. Learners will design, implement, and reflect upon instruction that supports middle/high school students’ literacy development.

5. Learners will develop discipline specific instructional units that integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening using multiple media formats to enhance middle/high school students’ learning experiences.

6. Learners will demonstrate a basic understanding of literacy assessments for middle/high school students.

7. Learners will increase their repertoire of instructional strategies for teaching literacy in discipline specific classrooms in the middle/high school grades.

8. Learners will adapt instruction to accommodate middle/high school students’ varying degrees of literacy proficiency.


9. Learners will identify and integrate appropriate texts (e.g. adolescent literature, trade books, and Internet resources) for instruction into their respective discipline specific area.

10. Learners will model effective oral and written communication. Course Delivery This course is designed for delivery via Internet/Web-based technologies as a Distance Learning course. Course participants will complete online instructional modules using an online course delivery environment (Canvas LMS). Students are expected to participate in any planned synchronous and asynchronous online discussions, class lectures, and presentations. All course requirements and assignments should be submitted electronically (via the online course delivery environment) to the instructor on or before the stipulated due date. Required Texts Fisher, D., & Frey, N. (2012). Improving adolescent literacy: Content area strategies at work,

3rd ed. Allyn & Bacon. Select one (1) of the following required texts The following texts are related to specific subject area disciplines. Learners are required to obtain one text relevant to his/her discipline area focus. English: Gallagher, K. (2004). Deeper Reading: Comprehending Challenging Texts, 4-12. Stenhouse. Mathematics: Kenney, J. M., Hancewicz, E. Heuer, L., Metsisto, D., & Tuttle, C. L. (2005). Literacy strategies for improving mathematics instruction. ASCD. Social Studies: Ogle, D., Klemp, R. M., & McBride, B. (2007) Building literacy in social studies: Strategies for improving comprehension and critical thinking. ASCD. Science: Grant, M.C., Fisher, D., & Lapp, D.K. (2015). Reading and writing in science: Tools to Develop Disciplinary Literacy (2nd Edition). Corwin. * Additional readings from professional journals and other texts will be provided via e-reserve, emailed in digital format, and/or distributed through an online course delivery platform Course Attendance and Participation Attendance and participation in all synchronous and asynchronous course sessions and/or online interactions is expected. This course includes a variety of learning engagements and activities that require your active participation. Since we will be working collaboratively, your participation and preparation for ALL online modules, discussion board prompts, group work, asynchronous activities, etc. are crucial. Regular attendance, punctuality, and participation are expected in all scheduled online synchronous engagements. Unexcused absences or lack of


participation will adversely affect your grade. More specifically, your final grade will be lowered by 5 points for each synchronous class session that you miss. Two tardy arrivals will constitute as one absence. Additionally, for an excused absence to be counted as such, documentation must be provided. If you must miss a synchronous class session because of illness or other legitimate circumstance, PLEASE call, text, or email the instructor before the class session begins or as soon as possible afterwards. You are expected to participate in synchronous and asynchronous class discussions, ask and answer questions, and voluntarily share your thoughts and ideas. The attendance/participation component of the course grade will reflect this requirement. It is expected that you will read and reflect on all required readings PRIOR TO any synchronous course meeting. Synchronous sessions may be scheduled at the discretion of the instruction with a minimum of 72 hours notice. Students anticipating an absence or delay in assignment completion for a major religious holiday are responsible for notifying the instructor in writing of anticipated absences due to their observance of such holidays no later than the last day for adding a class. Information regarding dates of major religious holidays may be obtained through the religious liaison, Mr. Jake Karnes (859-257-2754). Functional Skills and Dispositions The UK Educator Preparation Unit is committed to the development and demonstration of Functional Skills and Dispositions that are critical to the teaching profession. These skills and dispositions include the following:

1. Candidates communicate appropriately and effectively; 2. Candidates demonstrate constructive attitudes; 3. Candidates demonstrate ability to conceptualize key subject matter ideas and

relationships; 4. Candidates interact appropriately and effectively with diverse groups of colleagues,

administrators, students, and parents in educational settings; and 5. Candidates demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics and behavior.

Students are expected to exhibit courteous, professional behavior at all times. Everyone’s opinion matters and may be expressed, but not to the extent that it becomes offensive to others. If serious concerns arise, documentation may be submitted to the program faculty for review. Assignments This course includes a variety of experiences and assignments designed to support the learner’s growth in learning effective methods of teaching literacy across the disciplines. As such, it is expected that all assignments will be submitted electronically on or before their due dates. Late assignments will be penalized 10% of the total point value of the assignment for each successive day past the due date. Daily assignments or other work missed due to an absence must be made up in full. Since all assignments are required, failure to submit work or participate fully in


synchronous and asynchronous sessions or other events will result in the lowering of the final grade at the discretion of the instructor. Academic Honesty: Cheating and Plagiarism Academic honesty is always expected and assumed. Cheating and plagiarism are serious offenses that lead to significant consequences. The University views academic dishonesty very seriously. Plagiarism and cheating on any assignment or exam will receive a minimum penalty of the grade “E” for the assignment or exam. Students should be aware that suspension or dismissal from the University is a possible consequence of academic infractions. See part II: Selected Rules of the University Senate, section VI – Student Academic Affairs, 6.3.0 – Academic Offenses and procedures (http://www.uky.edu/StudentAffairs/Code/part2.html) Please note: Any assignment you turn in may be submitted to an electronic database to check for plagiarism (e.g. TurnItIn.com) Policy on Need for Instructional Modifications Students who have a disability or condition that may impair abilities to complete assignments or otherwise satisfy course criteria are encouraged to meet with the course instructor to identify, discuss, and document any feasible instructional modifications or accommodations. The students should notify the instructor no later than the end of the second class session, or not later than the next class session after the disability is diagnosed, whichever occurs earliest. If you need an accommodation for a disability that limits your ability to participate fully and meet the expectations of this class, you must first go through the University of Kentucky Disability Resource Center, located at 42 Alumni Gymnasium (257-2754). Military Members and Veterans I recognize the complexities of being a member of the military community and also a student. If you are a member of the military or a military veteran or dependent, please inform me if you are in need of special accommodations. Drill schedules, calls to active duty, mandatory training exercises, complications with GI Bill disbursement, and other unforeseen military and veteran related developments can complicate your academic life. If you make me aware of a complication, I will do everything I can to assist you or put you in contact with university staff that are trained to assist you. You might also contact Tony Dotson, Coordinator of the University of Kentucky Veterans Resource Center (859) 257-1148 for additional assistance and available resources at UK: http://www.uky.edu/veterans Electronic Requirements Email: Learners must have access to email and the Internet, either at home, work, or on campus. (UKY provides all students with free email accounts.) Learners will be required to send and receive electronic documents throughout the semester.

http://www.uky.edu/StudentAffairs/Code/part2.html

http://www.uky.edu/veterans


Online Course Delivery Platform: Learners must have access to an Internet-connected computer or device to access the online course delivery platform and participate in synchronous and asynchronous class sessions. Access to a microphone and headphones is also required for full participation in synchronous sessions. Assignments: All required assignments must comply with a file format that is compatible with Microsoft Office software products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) unless other arrangements are made. (UK provides students with site licenses for Microsoft Office.) Guidelines for Written Assignments All written assignments will be evaluated for content and presentation as graduate-level writing. The American Psychological Association (APA) style shall be followed for all written work. All written work must be completed in digital form and should be proofread carefully before submission. (Do not rely solely on spell check!) Please follow these guidelines: Present your ideas in a clear, concise, and organized manner avoiding wordiness and

redundancy. Develop points coherently, definitively, and thoroughly. Refer to appropriate authorities, studies, and examples to document where appropriate

(providing accurate citations). Use correct capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.

Substance is the primary criterion for evaluating and grading your written products in this course. In other words, what you say (its clarity, depth, insight, etc.) is the most important factor in determining your grades on written work. However, how you express yourself in writing (i.e., the form of the written work) will also be used to evaluate your products. Therefore, correct grammar, proper punctuation, correct spelling, neatness, and adherence to assignment guidelines will also be part of the grading process. Practicing and prospective teachers must be able to express themselves in writing clearly and cogently, so both substance and style will factor into grading your work. Course Requirements and Evaluation Undergraduate Students: Grades for this course are based on the following scale

A = 90 – 100% (Excellent Work) B = 80 – 89% (Good Work) C = 70 – 79% (Satisfactory Work) D = 60 – 69% (Unsatisfactory Work) E = 59% and below (Failing)

Graduate Students: Grades for this course are based on the following scale A = 93 – 100% (Excellent Work) B = 86 – 92% (Good Work) C = 79 – 85% (Satisfactory Work) E = 78% and below (Unsatisfactory Work)


The following assignments will comprise the course grade: Course Participation and Attendance Grade – 10% – As we are building a community of learners, learning to be reflective decision makers and becoming professional educators who maintain the high standards set for us, attendance in synchronous sessions and participation in asynchronous activities must be high priority aims. Learners will be required to participate in synchronous and asynchronous class sessions, discussions, and individual and/or group activities carefully chosen to scaffold learning. Leadership in class Discussions – 10% – Each learner will provide leadership for colleagues by taking on the role of discussion leader or facilitator. As discussion leaders, learners are responsible for:

1. Reading and reflecting upon the given week’s required readings and selecting key information to emphasize in discussion board postings.

2. Locating at least one additional related source and providing the group with information (either verbal, written, or visual) to extend the group’s understanding of the topic.

3. Using appropriate discussion prompts to actively engage the group in experiences to enhance understanding of the topic during asynchronous discussions.

(KTS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10) Literature Circles – 10% – Each learner will participate in literature circles that focus on text readings. These peer-led discussion groups will provide opportunities for you to discuss assigned readings and focus on ideas for teaching and learning with texts. Participation in the book discussions will comprise the grade. Each week, leaners are responsible for:

1. Assuming various roles to fully prepare and participate in Internet/Web-based literature circle discussions.

2. Reading and reflecting upon the given week’s required readings and selecting key information to emphasize in online discussions based on assigned role.

(KTS: 1, 3, 8, 10) Literacy Assessment Inventory - 10% - The purpose of this assignment is for learners to identify and understand authentic classroom-based literacy assessments that align with discipline-specific instruction. As various literacy assessment techniques are introduced throughout the semester, learners will compile an inventory of those assessments with a description of how that assessment can be applied within discipline-specific contexts. Learners will be required to identify the specific literacy skill that is being assessed as well as identify the type of assessment (informal/formal, objective/subjective, formative/summative, etc.). (KTS: 1, 2, 5, 7) Internet Text Sets – 10% --With increased attention on technology in the classroom and the many helpful websites available, teachers of all age groups will find useful online teaching tools. For this assignment, learners choose a discipline-specific theme. Then, learners research and find at least 10 websites that will help teach and/or present information related to that theme, which includes some type of literacy activity. The format for this assignment is that of an annotated bibliography. The annotation must include the APA style bibliographic information for the website followed by a paragraph summary, including:


1. Website description (e.g. instructional resource, student materials, content-specific information, etc.)

2. Example(s) of the information found on the website useful to your theme 3. Description of how you would use the site to support literacy in the discipline area (KTS: 1, 2, 5, 6)

Argumentative Essay on Discipline Specific Literacy – 25%– The purpose of this assignment is to synthesize theory, research and best practices from course readings, activities, and assignments into a coherent argumentative essay related to adolescent literacy in the learner’s content area and aligned to the Common Core State Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, & Technical Subjects. This statement should include a well-organized presentation of key points, support from theory and research, and specific recommendations for the integration of literacy strategies in the learner’s content area. (KTS: 1, 7) Integrated Instructional Unit – 25% – Learners will work in collaborative groups to complete an integrated instructional unit that emphasizes literacy instruction in specific discipline areas. Groups will be organized based on educational grade levels (middle or high school) and content area expertise. Collaborative groups will develop an interdisciplinary unit that includes multiple discipline areas and integrates reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and/or visually representing. Each group will provide a multimedia presentation of their unit at the end of the course. (KTS: 1, 2, 7, 8, 10)

Summary of Course Content and Course Calendar

*Note: Additional reading assignments are embedded within the online modules on Canvas DATE TOPIC READINGS/ASSIGNMENTS

May 27 to May 29

Module 1: Course Orientation and Getting to Know Canvas

Travel to Brazil, Check-In, ISA Orientation, Welcome Dinner, and City Tour

Week 1 May 30 to

June 3

Historical Perspectives What is content area literacy? Why do I need to know about teaching literacy?

Meltzer (2001)

Literacy Shifts Common Cores State Standards for Literacy in the Disciplines Kentucky Core Academic Standards

CCSS for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science & Technical Subjects

Theoretical Foundations Behaviorism, constructivism, developmental models, social learning perspectives, etc. http://www.learning-theories.com/

Pham (2011); Dunn (2002) Packer & Goicoechea (2000)

Instructional Contexts that Support Literacy Learning Reciprocal teaching, demonstrations and modeling, learning stations, etc.

Fisher & Frey—Chapters 1 & 2 Leu et al. (2014) Argumentative Essay Draft Due

http://education.ky.gov/curriculum/docs/pages/kentucky-core-academic-standards---new.aspx

http://www.learning-theories.com/


Week 2 June 6 to June 10

Discourse Practices and Discipline-specific genres Characteristics of various texts, language structures and patterns. Reading print and non-print texts, including expository texts, visual texts, primary documents, charts, etc.

Fisher & Frey—Chapter 2 Math—Chapter 2 Social Studies—Chapters 1 & 2 English—Chapters 1 & 2 Science—Chapter 1

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Global Citizenship Characteristics of culturally responsive teaching, embracing diversity, addressing the achievement gap, viewing the world through cultural lenses, global citizenship, and interconnectedness.

Article(s) TBD Social Studies—Chapters 4 & 5 English—Chapter 9

Literacy Assessments in Discipline Specific Contexts Aligning standards with assessments, using assessments to guide strategic instruction, creating assessment criteria.

Math—Chapter 6 English—Chapters 8 & 10

Vocabulary Development Word knowledge, vocabulary acquisition and application, intentional strategy instruction, word rich environments.

Fisher & Frey—Chapter 3 Math—Chapter 1 English—Chapters 3 & 7 Social Studies—Chapter 3 & App B Science—Chapter 2 Argumentative Essay Due

Week 3 June 13 to

June 17

Increasing Reading Comprehension Using graphic organizers, before/during/after reading strategies, read alouds, and shared readings.

Fisher & Frey—Chapters 4 & 6 Math—Chapter 4 English—Chapters 4 & 5 Social Studies—Chapter 6 Science—Chapter 3

Note Taking for Increased Comprehension Note taking techniques for discipline-specific contexts, lecture and text-based.

Fisher & Frey—Chapter 7 & 8 Math—Chapter 3 English—Chapter 8 Social Studies—Chapter 7 Science—Chapter 4

Critical Literacy/Critical Media Literacy Critical evaluation of texts to determine relevancy, accuracy, author stance, bias, historical context, etc. Evaluating texts/messages to determine what is included or omitted.

English—Chapter 9 Social Studies—Chapter 8

Questioning Strategies that Develop Higher Order Thinking Effective questioning techniques, questioning the author, question/answer relationships and connections, student-generated questioning.

Fisher & Frey—Chapter 5 Math—Chapter 5 English—Chapter 6 Instructional Unit Drafts Due


Week 4 June 20 to

June 24

Writing To Learn Activities Using writing to learn activities across the disciplines to develop writing skills.

Fisher & Frey—Chapter 7 & 8 Math—Chapter 3 English—Chapter 8 Social Studies—Chapter 7 Science—Chapter 4

Digital Tools that Support Writing Using various digital platforms to develop writing skills across the disciplines.

Henry (2006) Henry & Lima (2010)

Motivation and Engagement Factors affecting reading motivation, guidelines and strategies to promote reading motivation/engagement.

Readings (TBD) Internet Text Sets Due

Work time for project groups. No Assigned Readings Integrated Instructional Unit Due

**To optimize students learning, the instructor may alter the course calendar and/or assignments and readings at any time during the semester**

Alignment of Course Experiences A check list depicting the congruence of course experiences with the various standards of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and the College of Education, the Educational Professional Standards Board, the Kentucky Department of Education, and the International Reading Association/National Council of Teachers of English Standards for the English Language Arts to which we must align follows this brief narrative that explains the context for the checklist. The conceptual framework for the professional education unit at the University of Kentucky (UK) is guided by the theme, Research and Reflection for Learning and Leading. This theme is aligned closely with both the institutional vision and mission of UK and the vision and mission of the professional education unit. The theme reflects and guides how we approach preparation of professional educators within the context of a research extensive, land grant university. The mission of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction is to 1) Design, develop, and implement programs that will improve the quality of elementary, middle, and secondary education and provide educational leaders; 2) Prepare teachers and provide continuing professional development; 3) Conduct and disseminate research; and 4) Provide services in a variety of educational and professional settings. The UK Educator Preparation Unit Technology Standards.

Standard 1: Candidates integrate media and technology into instruction. Standard 2: Candidates utilize multiple technology applications to support student learning. Standard 3: Candidates select appropriate technology to enhance instruction. Standard 4: Candidates integrate student use of technology into instruction. Standard 5: Candidates address special learning needs through technology. Standard 6: Candidates promote ethical and legal use of technology disciplines.


The Education Professional Standards Board’s (EPSB) themes of diversity, assessment, literacy education, and closing the achievement gap are also imbedded in this course. The required text and supplemental readings pays attention to aspects of literacy instruction as it ties directly to the issue of diversity, paying attention to: who is privileged in literacy instruction; how literacy instruction should meet the needs of multicultural enrollments; the impact of race, poverty and power on students’ literacy achievement; culturally responsive instruction within the new literacies paradigm; preparing literacy educators for divers settings; linguistic diversity, etc. The Kentucky Teacher Standards include:

Standard 1: The teacher demonstrates applied content knowledge Standard 2: The teacher designs and plans instruction Standard 3: The teacher creates and maintains learning climate Standard 4: The teacher implements and manages instruction Standard 5: The teacher assesses and communicates learning results Standard 6: The teacher demonstrates the implementation of technology Standard 7: Reflects on and evaluates teaching and learning Standard 8: Collaborates with colleagues/parents/others Standard 9: Evaluates teaching and implements professional development Standard 10: Provides leadership within school/community/profession

NCATE/EPSB Checklist for Syllabus: EDC 533 Addressed in Course

Functional Skills and Dispositions of UK Educator Preparation Unit Functional Skill and Disposition 1: Candidates communicate appropriately and effectively. X Functional Skill and Disposition 2: Candidates demonstrate constructive attitudes X Functional Skill and Disposition 3: Candidates demonstrate ability to conceptualize key subject matter ideas and relationships

X

Functional Skill and Disposition 4: Candidates interact appropriately and effectively with diverse groups of colleagues, administrators, students, and parents in educational settings.

X

Functional Skill and Disposition 5: Candidates demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics and behavior

X

Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) Teacher Standards Standard 1: Demonstrates applied content knowledge X Standard 2: Designs and plans instruction X Standard 3: Creates and maintains learning climate X Standard 4: Implements and manages instruction X Standard 5: Assesses and communicates learning results X Standard 6: Demonstrates the implementation of technology X Standard 7: Reflects on and evaluates teaching and learning X Standard 8: Collaborates with colleagues/parents/others X Standard 9: Evaluates teaching and implements professional development X Standard 10: Provides leadership within school/community/profession X

UK Educator Preparation Unit Technology Standards Standard 1: Candidates integrate media and technology into instruction X Standard 2: Candidates utilize multiple technology applications to support student learning. X Standard 3: Candidates select appropriate technology to enhance instruction. X Standard 4: Candidates integrate student use of technology into instruction. X Standard 5: Candidates address special learning needs through technology. X Standard 6: Candidates promote ethical and legal use of technology disciplines. X

EPSB Themes Diversity X Assessment X


Literacy Education X Closing the Achievement Gap X