LST 301 - PII Language and Literacy Development

Institution:

Nazareth College

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Description:

(Perspectives II Course) An introductory theoretical and practical course that addresses both the general and the particular nature of the language, learning, and cognitive processes for pre-adolescents and adolescents including adolescents with disabilities. The principles of language acquisition and development are examined. The course explores how reading and listening (receptive language arts), and speaking and writing and visualizing (expressive language arts) as well as literacy technology, function in learning. Specific language skills needed for success in social studies, English, mathematics, science and languages other than English serve as a basis for understanding how to deliver effective instruction to al middle and high school students. Special education and including diverse learners and adolescent literacy are major topics. Prerequisites & Notes Adv Codes: BHMR Prereq: PI in Literature, Mathematics and Social Science Normal Offering Cycle: Fall and Spring Credits: 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.naz.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 389-2525

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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