Course ID
102141
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description
This course is an introduction and overview of the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Topics include: a history and theoretical foundation of early care and education, types of early childhood programs and settings, an overview of child care licensing and regulation, professional development in ECE, working with families, designing the classroom environment, ethical conduct, daily schedules, curriculum planning, positive guidance, child development, components of the early care and education system, and current trends and issues in ECE. The course also emphasizes the importance of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) in the field.
Class Type
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
250
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
9:30–10:45 a.m. • T TH • Dandini Campus • 08/22/23–12/07/23
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE