Program Overview

EML302 Investigation: Literacy

Subject Description

In this subject, the acquisition of oral language and the conditions supporting emergent literacy are considered within diverse social and cultural contexts. The central role of parents, carers, and teachers in guiding language and emergent literacy through interactions with children is a special focus. The potential for learning and language development through dramatic play, music, and movement is examined.

Availability

• Session 2 (60): On Campus at Northern Sydney Institute, Online at Bathurst Campus
• Session 3 (90): Online at Bathurst Campus

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Teacher Education

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to identify environments that enhance children's language and literacy development
• be able to analyse and describe children's oral language development
• understand the key role adults can play in enhancing or impeding children's language and literacy development
• demonstrate knowledge of and ability to plan for emergent literacy in children
• understand and be able to explain teaching strategies which assist the development of children's talk, thinking, and emergent literacy
• demonstrate awareness of promoting children's language and literacy through using a range of play-based learning experiences (e.g., dramatic play, music, and movement)

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Oral language, its function, theories, and phases
• Analysing interactions (language register and the role of the educator)
• Emergent literacy - concept of print, pre-reading, and early writing skills
• Project work, child-centred learning experiences, stories, and play
• Teaching strategies suitable for children birth to five years
• Working in partnerships with families and the community