EDU 280 Language and Literacy Experiences

Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course provides evidence-based strategies for enhancing language and literacy experiences that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development. Topics include developmental sequences for children’s emergent receptive and expressive language, print concepts, appropriate observations/assessments, literacy enriched environments, quality selection of diverse literature, interactive media, and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate language and literacy experiences for children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse.

Pre-requisite(s): EDU 144 or EDU 145.
Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At completion of the course, the student should be able to do the following:

Distinguish between stages of literacy development in young children - early, emergent and conventional.
Develop appropriate literacy experiences for children at each stage of literacy development.
Investigate strategies and skills needed by children to become successful readers.
Develop an informed advocacy project related to literacy.
Evaluate books of various genres of children’s literature.