ECE 144C - Early Literacy Foundations for Preschool Children

Institution:

Cabrillo College

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Description:

3 units; 3 hours Lecture Prerequisite: Completion of 12 core units (ECE 31 or 131; ECE 32 or 142; ECE 51, and ECE 53) and currently working as a teacher/caregiver in a program for preschool age children. Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 100 and READ 100, when taught in English; concurrent enrollment in ESL 201A or 201B, or ESL 220A or ESL 220B, or higher ESL level when taught in Spanish. Focuses on using the SEEDS approach to help children, 3 to 5 years old, develop emergent literacy skills using a "Sensitive, Encouraging, Educating, and Demonstrating" teaching approach. Emphasizes methods to enhance children's vocabulary and conversation; print, book, and letter knowledge; and phonological awareness. Course includes: classroom, lab and field experience. May be offered in a Bilingual Spanish/English Format.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cabrillo.edu

Phone Number:

(831) 479-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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