CDC 220 — CDC-220. CDA Capstone: Effective Preschool Practices. 3 Credits
LECT 45 hrs This course studies effective, practical, research-based methods for developing preschool teachers. Course content is aligned with the national competency standards for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential. It will cover the essentials of planning a safe environment, advancing children's development, building family partnerships, program operations, professional development, authentic assessment, and principles of developmentally appropriate learning. Attention will also be given to current research on brain development in young children, designing the learning environment, professional ethics, and cultural competence. Corequisites: CDC-210 is a pre and/or co-requisite.