CDEV 119 - Language Arts for Young Children

    Recent Professors
    Cassandra Washington
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    36 students
    Difficulty
    6.3Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: CDEV 103 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course focuses on the principles and methods of planning, presenting, and evaluating language arts activities for young children ages two to six. Appropriate activities for expressive and receptive language development such as storytelling, dramatic play, listening, and emergent literacy will be examined. Methods for adapting language experiences for children with special needs will be discussed. This course is designed for teachers in training and teachers in service needing to develop or refine skills in planning and implementing language arts curriculum. Students may be required to participate in one structured activity related to children and/or professional development outside of class hours.