CDEV 101 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

This course is designed as an overview of early childhood care and education, birth through age eight, including historical and cultural perspectives, legal/government structures, and career pathways. Students analyze dispositions and competencies of highly effective, developmentally appropriate early childhood professionals. Theories of learning and development are explored, culminating in the development of a teaching philosophy. A  field experience component of 20 contact hours within diverse early childhood settings is required to examine and apply evidence based practices. Students are required to complete a criminal background check at the students’ expense prior to starting field observations.
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No
Mode of Delivery Traditional, Hybrid, Online, HyFlex
Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No
Is this an International Course? No
Semesters Offered Fall, Spring