Children's Literature 408

Course Description

Study of children's literature highlighting historical trends and outstanding contemporary examples.  Focus on literary genre, reader response, and possibilities for classroom use of the literature read.

Conceptual Framework:

The Professional Education Unit at Salisbury University is guided by a conceptual framework centered on the knowledge, skills and dispositions critical for educators.  The conceptual framework is based on the organizing theme

Caring Competent and Committed:

Informed Professionals Promoting Student Success and Excellent Practice in Education.

Components of this course reflect the four unifying themes of the conceptual framework:

I    Informed and Reflective Pedagogy

II   Enhanced Student Learning

III   Scholarship

IV   Collaboration

 For additional information about the Conceptual Framework’s specific themes and associated learning outcomes see:  http:www.Salisbury.edu/Schools/Seidel/cf.html