Feb 15, 2026  
2025-2026 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog

EDEC 455 - Teaching Early Language and Literacy (K-3rd Grade)


(3 units)

Prerequisites: Admission to the PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Instruction Credential program.
Examines and explores approaches for engaging and developing young children’s literacy and language development in kindergarten through 3rd grade classroom settings. Application of pedagogies for instruction and assessment for children with various linguistic, cultural, and social backgrounds.

Letter grade only (A-F). Students complete 10 hours of clinical practice. Course fees may be required. Not repeatable for credit.