ECE 159 - Early Childhood Curriculum II

Prerequisites:
Grade of C+ or better in ECE158 or instructor’s approval
STANDARD CREDIT TYPE
3 credit(s)

Learn the development, implementation, and assessment of appropriate environments and curricula for young children ages three through eight. Prepare to utilize developmentally appropriate practices in a context of family and culturally sensitive care. Develop an understanding of children’s developmental stages and developing appropriate learning opportunities, interactions, and environments in the following area: emergent literacy, math, science, technology and social studies.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. The learner should be able to demonstrate knowledge of basic environmental requirements in an early childhood setting.

2. The learner should be able to implement evidence-based and developmentally appropriate learning opportunities in the areas of emergent literacy, math, science, technology and social studies.

3. The learner should be able to synthesize a variety of approaches to curriculum planning.