ECCE 2250 - Foundations of Language and Literacy

Institution:

Rochester Community and Technical College

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Description:

Children learn to talk, read, and write in the early years. Effective early childhood teachers use the language of learning, select meaningful children's books, tell stories, provide materials that invite children to experiment with print, and support dual language learners. This course focuses on language and literacy development with an emphasis on promoting early literacy skills, concepts of print, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. Students will develop resources, select materials, set up provocations, and practice strategies that support language and literacy development of young children. (Prerequisites: ENGL 1117).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rctc.edu/

Phone Number:

(507) 285-7210

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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