[ARCHIVED CATALOG] 2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
    Oct 14, 2024  
[ARCHIVED CATALOG] 2013-2014 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

EDU 332 - Language Arts in the Elementary Classroom

3 credits
Prerequisite(s): EDU 226 
Corequisite(s): EDU 320/321 , EDU 330 , EDU 334 
Students examine the processes of language arts development and apply this knowledge to create, practice, and evaluate K-6 classroom strategies for teaching the six language arts: listening, talking, reading, writing, viewing, and visually representing. Students will also explore the world of children's literature and how to use it in rich and meaningful ways that increase reading levels and enjoyment. Students select and evaluate culturally diverse folklore, fantasy, contemporary and historical fiction, science fiction, biography, poetry, and books of information and fact. In addition, students will learn how to develop strategies for native English speakers and for English language learners. Field experience is required.