Orientation seminar is scheduled the first week of the quarter. Students will learn to plan a comprehensive, interactive program that meets individual and group needs, interests, abilities and development. Effective communication strategies will be presented that encourage children's self-control and successful behaviors. Students will gain knowledge about developmental needs and appropriate environments and skills in creating experiences that support growth in physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development. Content focuses on functional methods for use by educators to assist in the provision of an inclusionary environment which enriches the education of children with and without special needs.
Content focuses on understanding the creative process in both a child's and a teacher's development.
Provides early childhood education students with the skills to plan and implement activities and experiences that will foster young children's development of mental concepts and thinking skills. Teaching strategies for supporting intellectual growth will be explored and experienced. Working with children and families from an anti-biased approach is emphasized. A wide range of active learning is offered. Students are provided with a wide range of experiences that will increase their teaching skills in the areas of inquiry, cognitive development, play, communication, creativity, guidance, and environmental planning.