This course will provide an introduction to current brain research and development of the child from birth to school age. It addresses the role of the family and library in developing early literacy (or pre-reading) skills. The syllabus is for a previous version of the course, but substantially represents the upcoming version.
Class Name | Services for Families and Early Literacy in the Preschool Years |
Host School | The University of British Columbia |
Class Identifier | LIBR 529 |
Credit Value | 3 Credit Hours |
Faculty | Allison Taylor McBryde |
Course Tool (Online) | Blackboard |
Class Description | This course will provide an introduction to current brain research and development of the child from birth to school age. It addresses the role of the family and library in developing early literacy (or pre-reading) skills. The syllabus is for a previous version of the course, but substantially represents the upcoming version. |
Class Disclaimer | Students agree to the course parameters of the host institution, including but not limited to: course management tools, grading, any required residencies, possible synchronous sessions, and academic calendars. Students are expected to meet deadlines as outlined in course syllabus and to contribute to class participation. Please allow 2-3 weeks for grade processing after the end date of the course. Check that this delay will not interfere with deadline dates at your school for graduation or financial aid. |
Delivery | Asynchronous |
Start and End Date | January 3rd, 2016 - April 7th, 2016 |
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Last Add Day | Nov. 26, 2015, 7 p.m. |
Residency Start and End Date | No Residency |
Syllabus | Download Syllabus |