ECD 101 — Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Development
This course is an introduction to early childhood care and education. It provides an overview of the early childhood profession and related careers. Developmentally effective approaches are explored through a variety of educational settings. Topics include child development in the domains of physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional, learning theories, educational philosophy, historical influences, family involvement and diversity. Assigned field observations are part of the course requirements. Recommended to take the student’s first semester.