EDU 384 - Lit for Chilhd to Adolsen Hlthcare

Minimum Credit(s) Awarded: 3
Maximum Credit(s) Awarded: 3

An overview, exploration and critical examination of literature appropriate for children across a wide variety of age groups [early childhood to adolescence] to be utilized during their time in a variety of healthcare settings. Culturally relevant pedagogical practice will be examined through the prism of literary genre and as it relates to selection, analysis and uses of literature in a healthcare setting. The role that literature plays in advocacy, social and racial justice will be examined as well as how adolescent literature has been banned and censored. Bibliotherapeutic approaches, activities, and strategies will be explored through sociocultural theories of learning to engage patients of various age groups. This course is specifically geared to students in the Child Life program.

Offered Fall

Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in the Written Communnication requirement, and a declared Child Life major.