This course deals with the development of skills necessary for the teaching of literature in
English. The teacher trainees are expected to acquire the skills to guide their learners in
appropriating literature as the creative use of language. Methods of presenting both oral and
written literature are addressed. Students are expected to learn how to develop schemes of wok
and lesson plans based to the secondary school syllabus. Trainees are exposed to the different
methods of guiding their learners in critically analyzing literary works. Cognizance is made of
the fact that literature and language are integrated in the Kenya Secondary School system.
This course also gives hands on experience of teaching in a classroom setting. Students will be
required present lessons in the teaching subject to their classmates in the curriculum lab or other
organized setting under the guidance of experienced lecturers in the areas of teaching; The
making and use of teaching portfolios; study skills, administration and taking of tests; student
presentations and evaluation.
- Teacher: SALOME ODEK