Course Description
Implementing appropriate practices in early education environments for children from birth to age 8. Analysis of recent research, theoretical developments, and social issues relevant to the construction of quality care and education settings and their relationship to children's personal, social, and academic development.
Athena Title
Educational Env Birth Eight
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in EDEC 7190E
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Application of research and theory in implementing early childhood enviroments Examination of processes related to quality programs for very young children Assessing models of professional development in early childhood educators Fostering collaborative relations with families and other professionals Evaluation of early childhood environments Facilitating positive social environments
Topical Outline
Organizing for instruction Planning the physical environment Scheduling, routines, and curriculum planning Guiding social behavior Family involvement in early childhood settings Classroom evaluation Developmentally appropriate practices Relationships with peers and teachers Creating a positive social environment Child's play as education Dealing with individual differences Fostering diversity Working with other professionals and community agencies Professional development Administering early childhood programs