The purpose of this course is to introduce the attitudes, knowledge base, and skills for effectively integrating language and literature experiences in curriculum and program planning for young children. The course highlights the importance of understanding language acquisition, understanding of the process of additional language learning, and the provision of language rich learning environments.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Typical development at stages in the language acquisition process
- a. The five aspects of language knowledge and awareness in young children
- b. Language acquisition theories and theorists
- c. Developmental progression of language knowledge
- 2. The importance of retaining first language (heritage language) in developing an additional language
- a. Importance of retaining language 1 whilst learning an additional language(s)
- b. Needs of children in groups who are learning an additional language
- 3. Select language rich activities to support language acquisition
- a. The importance of an holistic approach to language
- 4. Developmentally appropriate language activities and experiences
- a. Appropriate language/literature activities
- b. The goal and objective of the language plan
- c. A variety of references and resources for accessing language/literature activities
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60409 |
May 3, 2027 to July 26, 2027 |
Lab | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 60415 |
May 4, 2027 to June 22, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42246 |
January 5, 2027 to February 23, 2027 |
Lab | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 42254 |
January 5, 2027 to February 23, 2027 |
Lab | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60040 |
May 1, 2028 to July 31, 2028 |
Lab | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.