ECE 100 - Intro - Early Childhood Education

WR 115  or designated placement

WR 115Q  as required

Course Description: Introduces students to the field of early education for children. Covers the history and roots, current issues and challenges in the field, and explores professional education and career directions working with young children birth to eight years. Examines special considerations for diverse learners (e.g. special education, English language learners, etc.).

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Analyze the scope and breadth of the early childhood field and its historical foundations.
• CLO#2: Explain concepts of child development, including differing abilities of individual children.
• CLO#3: Articulate one’s own personal attributes in work with children and families. (ILO: Communication)
• CLO#4: Describe the important role of family in early childhood education.
• CLO#5: Explain the importance of working ethically and respectfully with others as a responsible member of the early childhood community.
• CLO#6: Give examples of developmentally appropriate practices and the integration of content knowledge.