ECE 125 - Early Childhood Development

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Provides an overview of child development from conception through eight years of age. The focus is on studying and observing the physical, cognitive, communication, emotional, and social aspects of the individual during this period. This course includes the Child Development Associate (CDA) subject areas of child growth and development and observation, as well as the functional areas of physical, cognitive, communication, and creative. Child observations are required. Equivalent to ECE 125A, ECE 125B, and ECE 125C.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Recognize the developmental stages of young children 0-8 years: prenatal, infant, toddler, preschool, and primary.
CLO#2: Describe the various domains of development: physical, cognitive, and communication.
CLO#3: Recognize major child development theorists and their ideas.
CLO#4: Identify multiple influences on development and learning, including influences on one’s own development. (ILO:Critical Thinking)
CLO#5: Demonstrate elements of objective versus subjective observation.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Notebook and pen or pencil for taking notes, access to Blackboard via computer.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.