ECD SHORT COURSE 9:
Understanding the Foundations and Practice of Emergent Literacy
The Power of Emergent Literacy: Building Strong Foundations for Reading and Writing
Literacy isn’t just about reading and writing; it’s a world of endless possibilities where communication thrives through listening, watching and speaking. Yet in South Africa
This ground-breaking course focuses on emergent literacy – the pivotal stage in a child’s educational voyage and show you how to lay the groundwork for reading and writing mastery in the crucial foundation phase.
Become a true champion of early literacy development in both the classroom and beyond.
Enrol today and let your passion for literacy change lives!
This course includes:
- 20 downloadable resources
- 3 minutes and 29 seconds of video
- SACE Accredited Certificate of Completion
Course Breakdown:
Time investment to complete course: 12 hours 55 minutes
Accreditation:
SACE accredited: Service Provider Number: PR 00000980
SACE Points: 10
What you’ll learn
This course will give teachers a comprehensive understanding of:
- Emergent literacy, its definitions and the significance of fostering these skills during early childhood education.
- The key developmental milestones and processes through which children acquire literacy skills.
- The different traditional and modern pedagogies and practices for promoting emergent literacy.
- The factors influencing learning environments in the Foundation Phase in South Africa, particularly in relation to literacy.
- How to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences that empower children to develop language and literacy skills in meaningful ways.