This course includes both lecture and laboratory components and meets three hours per week. The requirements and content of this field-based course vary by arrangement with the instructor. It can be taken in lieu of ED 101 Fieldwork I or as an elective for those who wish to earn credit for working in educational settings. This course explores early childhood curriculum with special emphasis on the concepts of holistic learning and research-based instructional practices. The physical, social, cognitive, and affective development of young children are studied with respect to the selection and development of learning activities.
Special attention is given to the topics of safety, nutrition, and the environment.
Resources for individualized and differentiated instruction in early childhood education are identified for all subject areas. The psychology of play permeates the framework for planning and supervising appropriate preschool and primary grade learning center activities. This course includes both lecture and laboratory components and meets three hours per week. Offered Fall semesters. This course covers effective diagnostic, prescriptive, and remedial reading practices for teachers in all instructional areas at the secondary level.