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Students will examine theories of child development, perspectives of the developing child, and current practices in the early childhood education field. Issues of health, nutrition, outdoor play, group management techniques, and planning for the individual child will be researched using the Internet. Current multicultural perspectives and research for children birth to 8 will be investigated with fieldwork included. Prerequisite(s): A developmental psychology course 5 quarter hours

This course is one in a series of three designed to introduce students to the Early Childhood profession. Students will observe in a variety of developmentally appropriate infant and toddler programs. Personal and professional reflection and growth are facilitated through journal entries, seminars, and written assignments. 35 preclinical hours are required. Prerequisite(s): none 2 quarter hours

This course is one in a series of three designed to introduce students to the Early Childhood profession. Students will observe in a variety of developmentally appropriate programs for children between the ages of three and five. Personal and professional reflection and growth are facilitated through journal entries, seminars, and written assignments. 35 preclinical hours are required. Prerequisite(s): none Two quarter hours

This course is one in a series of three to introduce students to the Early Childhood profession. Students will observe in a variety of developmentally appropriate first, second, and third grade classrooms. Personal and professional reflection and growth are facilitated through journal entries, seminars, and written assignments. 35 preclinical hours are required. Prerequisite(s): none Two quarter hours

This course will focus on the history of ideas, individuals and events that have influenced the curriculum, organization, policies and philosophies of education in the United States. A special topic option allows students to pursue topics related to their area of interest within the education spectrum. Prerequisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 quarter hours