ECED 3303 - Family, Language and Culture

(3 CR, 3T + 0L)

This course analyzes the interrelationships between family, language, and culture as connected to children’s development and learning. In this course, language is understood as a human activity and a higher mental process which builds on the children’s families, community, and cultural background. Language conceived as a human activity will be examined through an understanding of dialogue, because dialogue is a way of promoting positive relationships between home, school and community partnerships. In the course of these collaborative partnerships, a vision for how to promote well-being for young children will emerge and concretize in a culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy.

Prerequisite(s): DTE permission.