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Exploration of activities and techniques to develop artistic creativity and literacy skills
in young children. Students will be active participants in art and literacy experiences to
evaluate materials and approaches used in the early education setting. Discussion of the
creative process and other relevant literacy activities within diverse cultures that support
learning. Art and language arts activities will be used to develop an inclusive culturally
and linguistically appropriate learning environment, which encourages the child's use of
senses and builds an awareness of aesthetic materials.
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(54 hours lecture; Degree applicable)
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Course Measurable Objectives:
- Evaluate materials and processes which are developmentally appropriate for the young child and describe a proper and safe environment for creative activities.
- Explain the teacher's role as facilitator in children's creative language and art activity.
- Develop an inclusive culturally and linguistically appropriate learning environment based on observation of the child and parent information.
- Explain the importance of art and language in the total early childhood program and identify goals for art and language art programs.
- Explain how art aids a child's development.
- Evaluate the importance of process in each art activity.
- Demonstrate methods to promote development through art activities.
- Explain how language activities lead to the child's literacy development.
- Explain language development including second language acquisition.
- Demonstrate understanding of the receptive and expressive communication, speech and language development in the young child with respect and support of the child's home language./LI>
- Demonstrate methods to promote development through language art activities.
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Course Level Student Learning Outcomes:
Students completing CHLD 61 - Language Arts and Art Media for Young Children will be able to:
- demonstrate the ability to evaluate the developmental appropriateness of creative art materials and activities for young children.
- identify and develop curriculum activities and materials that demonstrate the relationship between creative experience and early literacy skills.
- recognize the importance of the teacher's role as facilitator and demonstrate methods to promote development through creative art and early literacy activities.
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NOTE:
Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult
the
college catalog
for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees,
certificates, or courses.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT COURSES:
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