ELEC 6180 Language Development and Emergent Literacy

The natural development of language is examined as part of the reading/literacy program of the preschool and primary grade child. The child’s physical, intellectual, social, emotional, cultural, and experiential backgrounds are studied in relation to emergent literacy. Exploration of current research, theory, strategies, and resources enable graduate students to evaluate and design literacy programs and environments for all children in inner city, suburban, and rural areas. Emphasis is on the integration of all the language arts: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking. Teachers integrate learning and teaching theories with practice.
Credits: 3.0