ED 227: Language and Creative Expression

Students will gain knowledge on culturally and developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to promote language and literacy, creativity, and physical development. Emphasis is on emergent curriculum, active learning, play observation and creative expression methodologies. Understanding of emergent literacy in young children and how to promote children’s development in pre-reading activities will occur. Opportunities to incorporate Indigenous knowledge, local materials, resources, Elders, and parents in addressing language and creative expression development in young children will be included. Lab required.