Play, Language and Literacy Development   [Archived Catalog]
2019-2020 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
   

HD 631 - Play, Language and Literacy Development

3 Credit(s)
Students will evaluate the development of symbolic behaviors and the role of adults in supporting children's play, language and literacy. Students will evaluate culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment design for diverse literacy learners. Students will assess the concept of play as the basis of learning, language, and literacy development in childhood. Topics include language development, dramatic play, using tools and materials to represent their experiences, and reading readiness. Observation of children required.