for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Literacy and Early Education
COURSES
- Literacy and Early Education (LEE)
- Graduate Literacy and Early Education (LEE) Courses
- In-Service Literacy and Early Education (LEE) Courses
Note: Students must provide their own transportation to off-campus
sites for classes, student teaching, practica, and field activities -- and
defray any resulting expense.
Literacy and Early Education (LEE)
LEE AR. Reading Skills (1-3; max total 3)
Designed to improve reading abilities. Emphasis on improving vocabulary,
comprehension, and flexibility in reading rate. Focus is on college level
textbooks. Lecture-discussion approach with directed reading. CR/NC grading
only; not applicable toward baccalaureate degree requirements.
LEE 1R. Reading Application Skills (1-3; max total 3)
A combination of lecture, discussion, and direct application to improve
skills, such as identifying main point, building vocabulary, and drawing
inferences. CR/NC grading only; not applicable toward baccalaureate degree
requirements.
LEE 2R. Basic Skills Reading Development (3)
Designed to further the basic skills in reading for applicants to teacher
education credential programs. Students who pass the course will satisfy
the CBEST reading requirement for admission into teacher education. Students
are still required to pass the CBEST to qualify for a teaching credential.
CR/NC grading only; not applicable toward baccalaureate degree requirements.
LEE 120. Problems in Education
(2-3; repeatable with different topics; maximum of 3 units per code, e.g.,
CL, ST)
In-depth study of various areas in education including children's literature
(CL) and storytelling (ST). Selected topics may require activities.
LEE 129. Hmong in Bilingual Schools: BCLAD (3)
Prerequisite: HMONG 101 or equivalent. Emphasis on Hmong language development
for bilingual teachers. Includes basic content area instruction in Hmong,
evaluation of teaching materials, and conferencing with parents. (Formerly
HMONG 104)
LEE 135. Teaching Content in Hmong (3)
Prerequisites: Hmong language fluency or permission of instructor. L1
methods and materials used to teach content in bilingual classrooms. Designed
for BCLAD candidates. Students will deliver lessons in the Hmong language
in bilingual classrooms in local schools under university supervisor. (Formerly
LEE 139)
LEE 136. Teaching Content in Spanish (3)
Prerequisites: Spanish language fluency or permission of instructor.
L1 methods and materials used to teach content in bilingual classrooms.
Designed for BCLAD candidates. Students will deliver lessons in the Spanish
language in bilingual classrooms in local schools under university supervisor.
(Formerly LEE 139)
LEE 138. Teaching the Linguistically Different (3)
Studies and methods used in English Language Development (ELD) classrooms,
including multimedia instruction, SDAIE methodology, development and adaptation
of materials. Parent involvement and working with paraprofessionals in an
ELD classroom.
LEE 144. Teaching English Learners: Foundations and
Strategies (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program.
Knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive instruction in the subjects
of the core curriculum for English learners. Covers English Language Development
strategies that support the development of academic language and comprehension
for students in elementary school. (Formerly LEE 180T).
LEE 146. Teaching Readingin K-3 Classrooms (3)
Prerequisites: (1) admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program
or the Special Education Credential Program (2) CI 130 and 140, and CI 150
or LEE 148 (or concurrent enrollment); (3) concurrent enrollment in EHD
110 or 112 (if Option II) is highly recommended. LEE 146 and 149 must be
taken concurrently with EHD 110 (except for Option II and Special Education.)
Balanced reading/writing program for grades K-3, assessment strategies to
guide literacy instruction, explicit skills teaching in a literature-based
classroom, and techniques for culturally/linguistically diverse learners.
LEE 147. Early Childhood Education:
Classroom Ecology and the Child with Special Needs (3)
A study of classroom environment with a focus on the relationship, attitudes
and actions of teachers, children, parents, and staff who interact in a
regular classroom with a mainstreamed child. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 148. Integrated Curriculum (3)
Concurrent enrollment with LEE 146 and EHD 114. Integrated curriculum
design, facilitation, and assessment in early childhood programs, including
preschool, kindergarten, and grades 1-6. Lecture supported by curriculum
development activities. (2 lecture, 2 activity hours)
LEE 149. Teaching Reading in 4-8 Classrooms (3)
Prerequisites: (1) admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program
or the Special Education Credential Program; (2) CI 130 and 140, and CI
150 or LEE 148 (or concurrent enrollment); (3) concurrent enrollment in
EHD 110 or 112 ( if Option II) is highly recommended. LEE 146 and 149 must
be taken concurrently with EHD 110 (except for Option II and Special Education).
Balanced reading/writing program for grades 4-8; assessment techniques to
guide instruction, emphasizing comprehension and strategy teaching; integrating
language arts with content area instruction; and techniques for culturally/linguistically
diverse students.
LEE 154. Content Area Language and Literacy Instruction
(5)
Prerequisites: admission to the Single Subject Credential Program and
prior or concurrent enrollment in EHD 155A or 155B. Educational issues,
methodologies, and materials to improve students' listening, speaking, reading,
and writing in content areas at the secondary level (7-12). Special emphasis
on skills necessary to deliver comprehensive instruction to English learners.
(Formerly LEE 180T)
LEE 171. Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education
(3)
A comprehensive study of the field of early childhood education, including
principles of early childhood education, parent relations, use of community
resources, and organization of programs in early childhood education.
LEE 172. Cultural Language and Context of the Classroom
(3)
Prerequisite: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. CI 171
or concurrent enrollment. Students not concurrently enrolled in EHD 174
need to make special arrangements with instructor. The impact of culture
on teaching and learning in the elementary school. Language acquisition
theory and instructional strategies for English learners. Promoting student
success, including achievement of state-adopted content and language-development
standards. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 173. Teaching Reading and Social Studies in Grades
4-8 (3)
Prerequisite: admission to the Multiple Subject Credential Program. CI 171,
LEE 172 (or concurrent enrollment). Concurrent enrollment in EHD 174. Teaching
state-adopted English-Language Arts (4-8) and history-social science (K-8)
content standards using research-based methods. Use of a variety of assessments
to determine students' progress. Organizing, managing, and planning instruction
for reading and social studies. Developmentally appropriate practices to
make content accessible to all students. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 175. Teaching and Evaluating English Learners
in K-12 Classrooms (3)
Prerequisite: previous or concurrent enrollment in LEE 138. Methods
and materials for teaching and evaluating K-12 limited-English proficient
students, with special emphasis on developing and assessing English language
ability and interrelating language instruction with content area subject
matter. Emphasis on SDAIE, Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English.
LEE 177. Teaching Reading and the Arts in K-3 (3)
Prerequisites: CI 171, LEE 172, LEE 173, EHD 174, CI 175, CI 176 (or concurrent
enrollment). Concurrent enrollment in EHD 178. Assessment and instructional
approaches for the balanced teaching of reading/language arts in the primary
grades: using developmentally appropriate practices, studying state standards
for literacy development and component strands for visual and performing
arts, and selecting techniques for culturally/linguistically diverse learners.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 180T. Topics in Literacy and Early Education
(1-3; max total 9)
Issues and topics in reading, bilingual/cross-cultural education, reading,
and language development.
LEE 190. Independent Study
(1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
GRADUATE COURSES
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Literacy and Early Education (LEE)
LEE 213. Teaching the Language ArtsK-12 (3)
Seminar on integrated language arts, reading-writing connections, and
using languagerts in literature-based reading programs and theme cycles.
LEE 214. Literature for Children and Adolescents (3)
Prerequisite: admission to program or permission of instructor. Survey
of genre, authors, and illustrators; critical interpretation and classroom
application of books; the impact of social and cultural patterns in literature.
LEE 215. Language Issues in Reading (3)
Prerequisite: admission to program or permission of instructor. Seminar
exploring issues related to language acquisition and literacy development
with special emphasis on culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
LEE 221. Early Childhood Curriculum for Children with
Special Needs (3)
Modifications in mainstreamed or special settings to adapt early education
curriculum for young children with special needs. Study of theoretical models,
research, teaching techniques, criteria for selection of appropriate materials
and provisions for adapting physical classroom environments.
LEE 224. Assessment and Development of Reading Abilities
(3)
Analysis of reading performance utilizing portfolio and performance
based assessments and diagnostic instruments. Consideration of methods and
materials for instruction.
LEE 230. Supervised Teaching in Reading/Language Arts
(3)
The first of two supervised fieldwork courses required for the Reading
Specialist Credential. Provides supervised practice in research-based methodologies
and intervention approaches for beginning readers, English learners, and
students with reading difficulties. A combination of practica and seminars
required.
LEE 232. Reading and Language Arts in Early Childhood
Education (3)
Prerequisite: admission to program or permission of instructor. Examines
development of oral and written language skills in young children. Explores
theories, curricula, and strategies for teaching language arts and beginning
reading.
LEE 233. Designing Curriculum and Assessment Strategies
in Early Childhood Education (3)
Prerequisites: admission to program or permission of instructor. Design
of appropriate curriculum and assessment for young children. Includes standards,
planning, project approach, integration of play, and materials. Use of observation,
rubrics, and portfolios to document development and learning. Organizing
environments in early childhood settings, infants through grade three. (2
lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 234. Clinical Experiences in Reading Assessment
and Instruction (3)
Prerequisite: LEE 224. Clinical experiences in the supervised application
of principles learned in LEE 224. Emphasis on individual and small group
evaluation and instructional procedures. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Instructional
materials fee, $10)
LEE 235. Concept Development in Early Childhood Education
(3)
Prerequisite: admission to program or permission of instructor. Study
of how young children develop concepts. Analysis of existing curriculum
and design of relevant curriculum. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 241. Fieldwork in Early Childhood Education (3)
Prerequisite: admission to program or permission of instructor. Supervised
experiences in work with young children and their families in at least two
different levels including preschool, kindergarten, and primary. (Minimum
of 135 hours)
LEE 244. Research for Reading Professionals (3)
Prerequisites: LEE 213, 215, 278, and permission of instructor. Study
of past and current research in reading related to instructional issues;
planning and analysis of curricula in light of current research; application
of research skills.
LEE 254. Supervised Field Experiences in Reading (3)
Prerequisite: LEE 224, 244, and permission of instructor. Intensive
varied supervised field experiences in settings with reading specialists,
consultants, or staff development personnel involving diagnosis and treatment
of reading difficulties; development or refinement of reading programs;
evaluation of reading instruction; application of interpersonal communications
and group process skills.
LEE 271. Culturally Responsive Teaching (3)
Ways in which culture affects personality, language, and cognitive development.
Similarities and differences in education and socialization in a variety
of cultural settings are studied. Curricula for multicultural education
are included. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
LEE 278. Literacy Processes and Practices (3)
Prerequisite: LEE 146 and 149 for Multiple Subject Credential holders;
LEE 154 for Single Subject Credential holders; or permission of instructor.
Understanding literacy processes through the investigation of current theories,
issues, and practices.
LEE 280T. Advanced Topics in Literacy and Early Education
(1-3; max total 3)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Advanced, in-depth analysis
of issues and problems related to literacy, bilingualism, and early childhood
education. Emphasis placed on advanced research.
LEE 290. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
LEE 298A. Project Literacy (4)
Prerequisite: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B average
on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. A project consists of a significant undertaking
appropriate to education. An approved proposal is required for enrollment.
Approved for RP grading.
LEE 298B. Project Early Childhood Education (4)
Prerequisite: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B
average on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220. See Criteria for Thesis and Project. A project
consists of a significant undertaking appropriate to education. An approved
proposal is required for enrollment. Approved for RP grading.
LEE 299. Thesis (4)
Prerequisite: advancement to candidacy for the master's degree; B
average on 24 units of the master's program including ERF 220 and completion
of an acceptable thesis proposal. See Criteria
for Thesis and Project. Preparation, completion, and submission of an
acceptable thesis for the master's degree. Approved for RP
grading.
IN-SERVICE COURSES
(See Catalog Numbering System.)
Literacy and Early Education (LEE)
LEE 380T. Topics in Literacy and Early Education (1-6; max total
12)
Studies in theory, procedures, and application in such areas as pertain
to departmental focus.
LEE 383. Problems in Child Study (2; max total 12 if
no topic repeated)
Methods of studying children; relationship of child study groups, reviews
of research findings in child development, and adolescent behavior.
Literacy and Early Education Degrees