This course provides an overview of the history of childhood education and the philosophy of early childhood education. Students examine a variety of early childhood education models. Theories of play and the role of the teacher in supporting children's play are also presented. This course examines how a child's health status, having a safe but challenging learning environment and proper nutrition affect the care, nutrition and optimal physical and cognitive development of the young child. In this overview of children's literature, students explore standards, develop criteria for selecting quality books, and acquire skills in reading and telling stories to children.
Students also explore aids and activities to promote language development.
This course is a continuation of FAM1214. Students learn to plan curriculum using a variety of approaches to organize resources for play, and plan effective use of space and environments . Teaching strategies that suit children's learning styles and foster thinking and inquiry skills are also addressed. This course is a continuation of FAM1202. Students observe and assess the child using a variety of observation techniques.