CDEV 119 - Language Arts for Young Children

3 units
3 hours lecture
Prerequisite: CDEV 103 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent or concurrent enrollment
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A or qualification by appropriate assessment
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course focuses on the principles and methods of planning, presenting and evaluating language arts activities for young children ages two to six. Appropriate activities for expressive and receptive language development such as storytelling, dramatic play, listening, and emergent literacy will be examined. Methods for adapting language experiences for English Language Learners (ELL) and for children with special needs will be discussed. This course is designed for teachers in training and teachers in service needing to develop or refine skills in planning and implementing language arts curriculum. Students may be required to participate in one structured activity related to children and/or professional development outside of class hours.