Natural and Social Sciences for Young Children. Study of content, processes, teaching methods and materials for teaching science and social studies in the early childhood classroom. Knowledge of cognitive development as applied to the selection of content and method will be examined. The Acquisition of Mathematical Concepts. Focus will be on the methods, materials, technology and content of teaching mathematics, including factors that influence the acquisition of mathematical concepts and processes.
Consideration is given to the use of manipulatives, visual and symbolic materials.
Teaching the Young Child. 6 credits. Focus on integrating and organizing curriculum in the early childhood classroom. Emphasis will be on planning the organization of time, space and materials to meet the individual needs and interests of N, K-3 children. Assessment and evaluation reporting will be addressed. Provides students with an in-depth practicum experience in the public schools.