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CHLD 72

LANGUAGE, LITERACY & THE DEVELOPING CHILD · 3 units

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Development of language and speech, language acquisition theories, and emergent literacy in monolingual and young English language learners. Discussion of experiences and activities which promote oral and written language abilities. Focus on the developmental stages of receptive and expressive language, conversations, print awareness, phonemic awareness, reading and writing, bilingual development, and speech and language delays, children's literature and poetry. Students gain experience in using language art materials and planning language experiences for young children.

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Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:30 PM UTC

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