EDUC 191 Field Experience: Introduction To Early Childhood Education

This is a field-based course that provides the opportunity to explore the theories and methods learned regarding the various curriculum models and approaches in Early Childhood education. Students will analyze some contemporary issues and problems affecting young children and learning.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

This course is only available to students who have successfully completed the equivalent of Introduction to Early Childhood Education at another higher education institution but who have not completed 15 hours of field experience as part of that course (EDUC 130). Additionally, permission of the Director of Teacher Education is required in order to enroll in this course

Hours Weekly

1 hour weekly

Course Objectives

1. Describe the needs of young children and outline appropriate practices for programming at each stage
   of development.
2. Identify important elements of early childhood classroom practice and philosophy in school settings
   Pre-K through 3rd grade.
3. Explain the role parents play in programs for young children and list strategies for promoting parent involvement.
4. Identify and discuss contemporary issues currently affecting the lives and learning of young children.

Course Objectives

1. Describe the needs of young children and outline appropriate practices for programming at each stage
   of development.

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education - Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (Transfer)

   1. Describe the theories and principles of child development and learning, and apply the theories and principles to classroom teaching.

2. Identify important elements of early childhood classroom practice and philosophy in school settings
   Pre-K through 3rd grade.

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education - Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (Transfer)

   5. Demonstrate understanding of content areas and apply developmentally appropriate approaches to enhance children’s learning and development.

3. Explain the role parents play in programs for young children and list strategies for promoting parent involvement.

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education - Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (Transfer)

   4. Demonstrate knowledge of supporting and empowering families and communities through respectful, reciprocal relationships.

4. Identify and discuss contemporary issues currently affecting the lives and learning of young children.

   Program Goal(s)

   Degree: Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Special Education - Associate of Arts in Teaching Degree (Transfer)

   2. Identify the policies, issues, trends, and historical events in the field of early childhood education.