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Instructor:

Amarilis (Amy) Iscold
 

Contact information

Email Address: amarilis_marquesisco@cuesta.edu
Virtual office hours: Tuesday 10-11.
Also available for email or remote meetings.
 

Instructor Contact Expectations:

The best and fastest way to contact me is email.
I will generally respond to your emails within 24 hours during weekdays. During busy times of the semester, the response time may increase to 48 hours. On
weekends, I will do my best to get back to you ASAP but I cannot guarantee an expeditious response.
 

Course Environment:

This online course will be using a Web-based Learning Management System Canvas as the method to disseminate information. Canvas provides the framework for the course including PowerPoint presentations, student data files, the tools to receive and send course materials, and a grade book.
 
Using the communication tools, you can communicate using e-mail, and you can share materials and ideas with other course participants via the discussion forums and groups.
 

Class opens / Accessing Canvas:

Prior to the Monday classes start, you will receive an email to your my.Cuesta.edu address providing you with a reminder that class will be starting and log in procedures for Canvas, the learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content. You can access Canvas by logging into MyCuesta, then clicking on the Resources Tab, then clicking on Canvas in the Online Learning Channel, or by typing the Canvas address (https://cuesta.instructure.com/) into your browser address bar. Do not bookmark /favorite the canvas site after your login, or you will get an error message next time you try to log in. You must access the canvas log in directly.
 
If you are not familiar with logging into canvas, please refer to the Canvas Quick Reference Guide. Once logged into Canvas you will be directed on where to get started. Be sure to read all the direction on the course home page.
 
If you are having difficulty logging into Canvas after our course start date and need assistance please email me or technical support at this email address:
support@my.cuesta.edu.
 

Online Learning:

If you have never taken an online class or this is your first experience with Canvas, please be patient with yourself. Online classes are not inherently easier, although they may be much more convenient for many students. You should expect to spend at least as much time, if not more on this course as you would on a course that meets face to face. Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings. Please be prepared to spend 8 - 12 hours per week on coursework for this class
 

IS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU?

 
First, go to the Online Readiness Resources to take a "self-assessment”. There are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. (If the tutorials do not describe you, then taking this class online might not be for you and I strongly suggest that you drop the online class and enroll in a traditional classroom section.)
 

Regular Effective Contact policy:

Regular and Effective Instructor Contact will be met through weekly instructor initiated threaded discussion forums; weekly announcements to students; timely and effective feedback on student assignments; email, phone or messaging to individuals; and virtual office hours.
 
Please log in and check our course at least three or four times throughout the week to make sure you are accessing all the information and interaction to make this a successful endeavor.
 

Course Description

Presents a survey of literature from infancy through elementary school with an emphasis on a diversity perspective. Introduces the genres: picture books, traditional literature, fantasy. poetry, historical fiction, realistic fiction, biography, and informational books.  Emphasizes an understanding and appreciation of a wide range of children's books. This class meets the requirements for 3 units in curriculum required by Title XXII for teachers in early childhood education/school age programs. CSU Transfer

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Students will be able to:

1. Identify and implement early reading and literacy skills as a part of a child's daily experience.
2. Examine the historical progression of children’s literature from oral tales to contemporary children’s literature.
3. Describe the different genres in children's literature, to include fictional and non-fictional works.
4. Demonstrate the ability to select individually, developmentally, and culturally appropriate literature for children.

REQUIRED TEXTS:  
Children’s Literature Briefly, by Terrell A. Young, Gregory Bryan, James S. Jacobs and Michael O. Tunnell, ISBN 978-0135185872

The Tale of Despereaux, by Kate DiCamillo, ISBN 978-0763625290

 

Technical Support

Cuesta students are encouraged to direct all technical support inquiries to
support@my.cuesta.edu. If you are having issues with Canvas, you should contact the Canvas Support Hotline at (877) 921-7680, or click on the help button on the Canvas Navigation to report a problem.
 
If you are having difficulty viewing the course or logging in, it may be because you are not using the correct url: https://cuesta.instructure.com/ or you are using your phone or using an unsupported browser.
 
Your learning environment is best accessed from a desktop or laptop computer, using Firefox or Chrome. This may solve your problem! Please review the browser requirements and minimum computer specifications.
 

Accommodations:

This course is designed using an accessible Learning Management System, and course materials have been created with ADA compliance in mind. If you have a disability and might need accommodations in this class such as extended time on exams or other resources. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible. You should also contact DSPS (Disabled Student Programs & Services) at 805-546-3148.
 

College & Course Policies:

Academic Honesty Policy:
Please note all students attending San Luis Obispo County Community College District at any district site and when representing Cuesta College in any off-campus activity, assume an obligation to conduct themselves in an acceptable manner compatible with the Student Code of conduct. Please review the
 

Add / Drop Policy:

 
If no activities are turned in by week 4, I can opt to drop students without
notice. In addition to my policy, please review the Cuesta policy:
 
 
 

Waitlist Policy:

When there is room, waitlisted students are added in order of attempt to enroll in
the class. In addition to my course specific procedures, please review Cuesta’s waitlist procedure and instructions
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