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Jan 05, 2025
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EDU 207 - Exploration of Children’s Literature (3 units)
Survey of children’s literature genres. Censorship, historical background, children’s interests, literature programs and book evaluations.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 .
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate the importance of the role of literature in developing language and literacy of all children.
2. select literature for children in elementary school in accordance with their developmental levels and changing interests.
3. develop criteria for evaluating the various kinds, or genres, of children’s literature.
4. demonstrate awareness of theories of response to literature.
5. demonstrate familiarity with outstanding authors and illustrators of children’s literature.
6. assess current issues in book selection and teaching.
7. assess a variety of techniques for broadening and deepening children’s response to literature in elementary schools.
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