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12417 (v.2) Ed 451(Q) - Children's Literature
Area: | Department of Education |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Workshop: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Provide students with an overview of the historical foundation of children's literature. Students will study a wide range of literacy genre as they explore the use of literature in the classroom. The cultural diversity of children's literature will be examined through the study of Australian and international authors and texts. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have - Encouraged, extended and updated the knowledge, appreciation and enjoyment of literature and non-fiction material for children and young adults. Examined the range of children's literature appropriate for early childhood and primary school contexts. Considered the selection and evaluation of different types of children's literature in early childhood and primary years. Explored trends and developments in the writing and publishing of books for children and young adults. Shared reading and teaching experiences and practical teaching and learning strategies for making reading attractive and relevant for children and young adults. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Booth, D. and Barton, R. (1990). Stories in the Classroom - Storytelling, Reading Aloud and Role Playing with Children. Canada, Pembroke Publishers. Huck, C.S. (1987). Children's Literature in Elementary School. USA, Holt. Nicoll, V. and Roberts, V. (1993). Taking a Closer Look at Literature Based Programs. Sydney, P.E.T.A. Saxby, M. (1969). A History of Australian Children's Literature, 1841-1941. Sydney, Wentworth Press. Saxby, M. and Winch, G. (1987). Give Them Wings - the Experience of Children's Literature. Melbourne, MacMillan. Saxby, M. (1993). A History of Australian Children's Literature, 1941-1990. Sydney, Wentworth Press. Thomson, J. (1992). Reconstructuring Literature Teaching - New Essays on the Teaching of Literature. Adelaide, A.A.T.E. White, K. (1993). Australian Children's Fiction - The Subject Guide. Brisbane, Wiley and Sons. |
Unit Texts: | Booth, D. and Barton, R. (1990). Stories in the Classroom: Storytelling, Reading Aloud and Role Playing with Children. Canada, Pembroke Publishers. Huck, C.S. (1987). Children's Literature in Elementary School. USA, Holt. Nicoll, V. and Roberts, V. (1993). Taking a Closer Look at Literature Based Programs. Sydney, P.E.T.A. Saxby, M. (1969). A History of Australian Children's Literature, 1841-1941. Sydney, Wentworth Press. Saxby, M. and Winch, G. (1987). Give Them Wings: the Experience of Children's Literature. Melbourne, MacMillan. Saxby, M. (1993). A History of Australian Children's Literature, 1941-1990. Sydney, Wentworth Press. Thomson, J. (1992). Reconstructuring Literature teaching: New Essays on the Teaching of Literature. Adelaide, A.A.T.E. White, K. (1993). Australian Children's Fiction: The Subject Guide. Brisbane, Wiley and Sons. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Essay 50%, Journal 25%, Tutorials 25%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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