ECS 2200 - Principles and Practices for Teaching Children (3)

The historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics, and professional identity. The theoretical principles (e.g., developmental theory, constructivist theory, and bioecological theory) and instructional and curricular approaches (e.g., Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia) of early childhood education and care, centering the close relationship between observation, planning, implementation, and assessment will be underlined to enhance children’s development and learning. Emphasis on the critical role of play and relationship-based constructive adult-child interactions in supporting children’s physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and language development.

Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Course Category: Major Required Course