In this course you will draw on sociocultural theories and be introduced the continuum of English learning K-6, with special emphasis on the transitions prior to school to Early Stage 1 and in Stage 1. There will be a focus on literacy concepts students bring to school, as well as the range of developmental understanding and student ability within most classes. The emphasis will be on pedagogical approaches and teaching strategies suitable for developmental stage, progress in literacy, understanding and application of concepts across modes and formative assessment.

The course is complemented by a minimum of 5 days of supervised professional experience.