Early Childhood and Literacy

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to provide and overview of birth to grade 2 and grades 1-6 of language acquisition, development and foundations of literacy. It includes neurological, psychological, linguistic and cultural bases, speech/language developmental milestones, and the relationship of language and literacy. Students will learn about common models of language processing and the latest advances and research on language processing in the brain. The course will cover language development, stages of reading and writing development and state and federal guidelines and standards. Attention will be given to how to work collaboratively in order to promote the multiple skills needed for children with learning challenges to learn to read and write.