ECE 536 Lang and Lit Dev Birth-K

This course will address language and literacy development in young children from birth through kindergarten. Emphasis will be placed on how monolingual and multilingual students learn language and early literacy concepts. Course content will address the importance of family literacy including working with culturally and linguistically diverse children, children with disabilities, and their families. The course will highlight the use of assessment practices, resources, and learning opportunities to support young children's language and literacy development, in accordance with national and state guidelines. For students in the graduate B-6 program 15 field hours are required. For all other students, 7 field hours are required. Students must obtain fingerprint clearance prior to beginning field experiences. Offered annually.

Credits

3