EDEC 201 - Foundations of Early Care and Education

Unit(s): 4

This course provides an introduction to the theory and research that underlie professional work with young children. Topics include: historical views on childhood and play, influential theorists, historical and contemporary models of early childhood education, principles of developmentally and culturally appropriate practice, contemporary issues in early care and education, professional ethics, and professional career development.

Typically Offered Fall & Spring
Teaching Mode: Face-to-Face Grading: Graded