HDFS 250 - Early Childhood Education

(3 units)

Principles of working with young children in child care, Head Start, and other group settings. Introduction to environment, curriculum, and guidance.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. observe and evaluate the principles of developmentally appropriate practice in a real early childhood classroom setting.
2. observe and evaluate the quality of an early childhood education classroom and provide recommendations for improving the quality of the classroom environment.
3. observe and analyze individual and group guidance and management techniques that early childhood teachers use in their classroom.
4. reflect on the significance of professional identity in early childhood education and advocate for ethical, collaborative engagement within the field.

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