EDPS 23600 - Developmental Theory And Practice In Early Childhood Education

Prerequisite(s): PSY 23500 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- OR CDFS 21100 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D-

Credit Hours: 3.00. This course will explore the theories of child development as they relate to early childhood education. An overview of theoretical perspectives on the developing child will serve as a foundation for examining current practices in early childhood education settings from birth through age eight. There will be a focus on child study (observation and assessments in diverse settings). Child development in all domains and its connections to practical applications in group settings will be studied. Implications of multicultural perspectives for infants/toddler, preprimary and primary age children will be addressed. Typically offered Fall.

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