EDU-207: Exploration of Children's Literature

Name: Exploration of Children's Literature
Division: Professional & Applied Technology
Discipline: Education
Units (Credits): 3.00

General Information

Surveys children's literature: issues, genre, censorship, historical background, book evaluation and selection.

Upon completion of this course, students will have:

Gained factual knowledge (genre, issues, history of children’s literature)
Learned fundamental principles, generalizations, and theories in the field of children’s literature
Developed specific skills, competencies, and points of view (teachers and prospective teachers will learn how to use literature as a resource for classroom learning in all areas; writers will better understand the process of creating literature for children as well as the way children respond to literature.)
Learned how to find and use resources (to locate appropriate children’s literature)
Learned to analyze and critically evaluate (judge the literature in terms of literary quality and enduring value)
Gained a broader understanding and appreciation of children’s literature (as a resource in the classroom and as art)

This course addresses the following Student Learning Objectives of the General Education Mission by ensuring that successful students:

Are able to demonstrate college level reading, writing, and oral communication skills.
Possess adequate problem solving, creative reasoning, and critical thinking skills.
Can engage in meaningful self assessments and work effectively with others.
Utilize effective and efficient learning skills, including locating and evaluating sources of information.
Have knowledge of the subject matter to a level that is appropriate to the emphasis of their degree.
Develop and improve their creative abilities.
Appreciate the need for continuing education and lifelong learning.
Will succeed at transfer institutions.

There are currently no EDU-207 classes scheduled for this term.