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Course Descriptions
2016-2017 Catalog
Child Development - Chinese - Communication
47 EMERGENT LITERACY
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course is designed for current students,
future early childhood educators, those who are considering
teaching as a profession, and prospective literacy tutors.
Students will develop competency in emergent literacy
strategies that are essential for delivering culturally relevant
reading instruction to emergent young readers, children from
birth through age 8. Students will study and gain knowledge
of research-based principles and practices for providing young
children with a strong foundation in emergent literacy in early
reading, writing and oral language within a developmentally-
appropriate approach. The theory and research is translated
into practical strategies, assessment materials and preparation
of a rich literacy environment. (A, CSU)
49
GUIDANCE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course explores effective strategies for
guiding children’s behavior in the Early Care and Education
environment. Establishing a pro-social environment,
developing positive relationships, and maintaining a healthy
schedule will be emphasized. Attention will be given to
guidelines for discussion of behavioral issues of concern,
the teacher’s role in supporting children through emotional
difficulties, and the needs of children at risk. (A, CSU)
CHINESE (CHIN)
1
BEGINNING CHINESE
4 units, 4 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
Beginning course in conversational and written
Chinese for non-native speakers; intended for students without
previous exposure to Chinese. Introduction to pronunciation,
vocabulary, idioms, grammar, and exploration of Chinese
culture and Chinese-American culture. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
2
HIGH-BEGINNING CHINESE
4 units, 4 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Chinese 1.
Second-semester course in conversational and
written Chinese for non-native speakers. Development
of grammatical structures and expansion of vocabulary.
Further study of Chinese and Chinese-American cultures.
(A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
COMMUNICATION (COMM)
1
PUBLIC SPEAKING
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
Fundamentals of public speaking utilizing theories
and techniques of communication enhance public speaking
skills. Particular emphasis will be on the organization and
criticism of public discourse. This will be achieved through
research, reasoning, presentations, and the evaluation of
various types of speeches which include informative and
persuasive speeches. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-IDCOMM110)
1H
HONORS PUBLIC SPEAKING
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or 1AH.
Fundamentals of public speaking utilize theories
and techniques of communication to enhance public speaking
skills. Particular emphasis will be on the organization and
criticism of public discourse. This will be achieved through
research, reasoning, presentations, and evaluation of various
types of speeches which include informative and persuasive. As
an Honor’s section, this class will employ enhanced methods
such as the use of advocacy and debate in addition to exploring
prominent speakers and the analysis of famous speeches.
(A,CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID COMM 110)
2
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A or IAH.
Interpersonal communication is designed to increase
understanding and implementation of effective interpersonal
communication behaviors and skills. This course will examine
basic practical everyday communicative interaction; behavioral
aspects of interpersonal communication, self-concept,
perception, listening, non-verbal communication, conflict,
language gender, and cultural differences will be emphasized.
Students will engage in both group communication and the
development of oral presentations. (A, CSU-GE) (C-ID
COMM 130)