ECE 175 - Dev Appropriate Practices

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

ECE 125 , ECE 161 , ECE 163 , or ED 225 or permission of Instructor.

Course Description: Explores developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) for children from birth through age eight, and the role of play in DAP. Examines environments and practices that promote positive growth in all developmental domains.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Define developmentally appropriate practices.
CLO#2: Identify the essential components of developmentally appropriate practice for infants, toddlers, preschool age children, and school-age children. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Describe characteristics of play that contribute to a developmentally appropriate curriculum for the various age groups.
CLO#4: Recognize components of developmentally appropriate environments for each age group.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Notebook and pen or pencil for taking notes; access to the internet and Blackboard.

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.