ECED 220 Communication, Language, and Literacy

Introduction to research on language and literacy development and to strategies that support both. Emphasis on the observation of children and the development of non-verbal, verbal, and written language, including Native language and English. Service learning recommended. Prerequisite: ECED 101 (NE)

Credits

5

Outcomes

1. Demonstrate at least one (1) example each of these Indigenous traditions of communication: non-verbal and storytelling.
2. Articulate the role of children’s literature in skill development by sharing at least five (5) skills that can be positively influenced by the use of children’s literature.
3. Plan at least one (1) effective program-to-home connection event that supports indigenous communications, indigenous and English language development, and literacy development.
4. Identify at least seven (7) characteristics of effective learning environments that promote literacy and language development.
5. Apply language acquisition theories by planning at least three (3) strategies to promote receptive and expressive language development in both the indigenous language of your area and English.