ECE 105 — Infant and Toddler Curriculum
(3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Field Exp). 3 Hrs./Wk. (3 Hrs. Lecture) *1 5 wks. All domains of development will be reviewed pertaining to the child between birth to three years. This review will be used as the context for developing philosophy, goals and objectives for planning and providing appropriate environments and individualized curriculum. Students will discuss best ways to build relationships with children, nurture themselves as caregivers, and to build successful partnerships with parents. ECE 1 47 . ECE 1 1 3 Curriculum and Environments for Young Children 3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Field Exp.) 3 Hrs./Wk. (3 Hrs. Lecture) *1 5 wks. The physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of young children age 3-8 years will be reviewed in this course, as a basis for developing philosophy and goals for curriculum planning and development. Students will discuss and observe the diversity of learning styles, as well as ways to assess and evaluate development on an ongoing basis. The design of developmentally appropriate learning environments will be presented, and students will participate in hands-on experiences and assignments throughout the course.
Prerequisites: ECE 100