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ECED 340 Creative Expression

4 credits
This course prepares students to design developmentally appropriate creative curriculum experiences involving art, music, movement, and drama. Students will evaluate methods for facilitating children’s use of creative experiences to express their thoughts and ideas.

Prerequisites: ECED 330  

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Evaluate and implement current theory and research on promoting creative experiences
  • Design and facilitate opportunities for children to express their thoughts, ideas, and experiences through various creative media including art, music, movement, and drama
  • Integrate creative expression across developmental domains and curriculum
  • Help children express their understanding of themselves and others in a cultural context
  • Advocate for children’s creative expression in early childhood settings

Total Hours: 40 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 40