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Integrated Reading and Writing
About the Course
Explore how to differentiate instruction in Integrated Reading and Writing courses. This mini-course offers best practices, examples, and templates to help you adapt texts and assignments—building language skills while supporting content mastery.
Course Cost
No cost until August 31, 2026 and no enrollment limit!
Duration
10 hours of work that participants will have up to 3 months to complete.
Enrollment
Open enrollment June 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025.
Upon Completion
Participants will receive a micro-credential and can apply for one CEU credit.
Requirements
- You must be a current college level educator in the state of Texas. There are no prerequisites to take this course.
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Module 1: Unpacking Disciplinary Language
Introduction
Decoding Language in Integrated Reading and Writing and Mathematics Anchor Text and Reflection in Integrated Reading and Writing and Mathematics Summary
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Module 2: Understanding Language Proficiency and Learning Goals
Understanding Language Proficiency Identify What Students Can Do Language Objectives in Integrated Reading and Writing and Mathematics Assessments
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Module 3: Differentiated Instruction
Differentiated Instruction Overview Creating Differentiated Instruction in Integrated Reading and Writing and Mathematics Writing your own Lesson Plan
Technology Requirements
- Hardware Requirements: This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac
- Software Requirements: PC: Windows 8 or later, Mac: macOS 10.6 or later
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible
- Adobe Acrobat Reader. Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins
- Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account
- Instructional Material Requirements: The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
IMPORTANT DATES
Upcoming Online Course Sessions
| Term Start | Enrollment Period | Term End |
|---|---|---|
| June 1 | June 1 – July 1 | August 31 |
| September 1 | September 1 – October 1 | November 30 |
| January 1 | January 1 – February 1 | March 30 |
| April 1 | April 1 – May 1 | July 31 |
Meet your Instructor
Laura Mahalingappa is an associate professor in the Applied Linguistics and Language Education program at the University of Maryland. Her teaching and research focuses broadly on the language and education of multilingual learners in both K-12 and Higher Education. She incorporates critical sociolinguistic and pedagogical perspectives into issues related to teacher preparation and language acquisition. She recently published an edited volume on international English teacher education, Preparation of Teachers of English as an Additional Language (EAL) around the World: Research, Policy, Curriculum, and Practice and is working on a book on a new book, A Holistic Approach to Serving Multilingual International Students in Higher Education. Before joining the University of Maryland, she worked in language teacher education programs for 12 years and received the 2022 Presidential Distinction Award in Scholarly/Creative Activities at Texas State University, College of Education. She previously taught English in the U.S., Turkey, and the Republic of Georgia.