ECEK 403 Emergent Literacy

Required field experience: 10 hours This course explores the latest research regarding the most effective methods for teaching a pre-kindergarten and kindergarten early literacy curriculum, including strategies to promote the abilities of children as they apply language and thinking skills to classroom life. Included are methods for developing oral and written language, concepts of print, and listening and speaking skills. Emphasis is on meeting diverse learner needs, and effective use of materials, including the use of technology for literacy learning. Prerequisite: ECE 240 NOTE: This course replaces EDU 403 in previous curricula.