ECED& 105 Intro to Early Childhood Education

5 credits

This course explores the foundations of early childhood education. Students examine theories defining the field, issues and trends, best practices, and program models. In addition students observe children, professionals, and programs in action.

Corequisites: ECED& 120.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Spring

Global Outcomes:
This course teaches to the global outcome of Teamwork.

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Explain current theories and ongoing research in early care and education as it applies to children, families, and early childhood programs
Describe how children learn and develop through play and the role of play in early childhood programs
Observe an early childhood environment and identify examples of best practices
Compare and contrast early learning models
Identify appropriate guidance and discipline techniques used in family and early learning settings
Describe the observation, assessment, and teaching cycle used to plan curriculum and activities for young children
Apply professional code of ethics for early care and education to resolve a dilemma
Describe major historical figures, advocates, and events shaping today’s early childhood education
Explain the need for building partnerships with families and developing strategies for working effectively with families from a variety of cultural, linguistic, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 50