ENGL 3340 - Children's And Young Adult Literature

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Schreiner University

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Description:

This course is designed to acquaint participants with the nature, scope, and uses of children's and young adult literature for instructional, informational, and recreational purposes. The implications of current theory, significant research, and issues in literature study will be investigated and examined as they relate to the PreK-12 learner. It examines the range of literature written for children and young adults from picture books to novels, including fiction, poetry, and informational books. Emphasis will be given to selecting appropriate literature, developing literature-based instruction, and understanding the multicultural contexts of literature. Prerequisites: ENGL 1301, 1302.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.schreiner.edu

Phone Number:

(830) 896-5411

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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