ELEM 321 - Children’s Literature

Description:
The genres of literature suited to children in grades 1-6 are reviewed, including those from diverse backgrounds. Attention to how to use literature as the basis for literacy development across English Language Arts is emphasized. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: Valid WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance is required for this course. The clearance must appear in OSPI’s Fingerprinting Database and be valid throughout the quarter enrolled.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Plan for how reading, writing, speaking, listening, visualizing, viewing, and thinking are integrated and are developmental processes.
Examine a wide range of texts (including but not limited to poetry, realistic fiction, historical fiction, international, global, multicultural, informational, biographical, traditional, fantasy) suitable for children and young adult readers
Examine a wide range of texts represented and authored by a range of cultures and ethnicities, and representing both female and male protagonists and authors.
Examine the elements of literature within the texts read.
Examine the elements of genre that affect the comprehension of text.
Examine the influence of media on culture, literacy, people’s actions, and communication.
Implement culturally, relevant, research-based lessons in literacy.
Explain how teachers connect learning to students (particularly those with special and diverse needs).
Formulate an understanding of how individual, social, and cultural factors influence interpersonal communication.
Participate in a classroom community mindful of student engagement, learning, and positive relationships.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/5/18

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