CHS 320 - Emergent Literacy

3 Credits

This course details early language, literacy and development of the young child. Students will learn to plan and integrate appropriate cross-curricular language and literacy activities for all types of learners, including children with exceptionalities. Attention is given to understanding, encouraging and supporting local and global communities, diversity and families; and English learners. Students will gain knowledge in the six areas of language and literacy development and how to utilize the classroom environment to foster literacy. Adaptation of curricular materials for the exceptional learners and culturally diverse students are incorporated. Students will construct and implement lesson plans based on language and literacy assignments. Students are required to complete formal and/or informal field experiences.
Prerequisites: CHS 203 or permission of the Academic Department.