2026-2027 Catalog 
    
    Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog

CDEV 220 - Instructional Methods in Early Childhood Settings

Credit Hours 3
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2
This course is a practice-based study of the interrelated components of developmentally appropriate curricula design and teaching  in early childhood settings from birth to age eight. Students will explore relationships among developmental theory, philosophy and curriculum models.  Through lab and field experiences, students will plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate practices centered on the needs and interests of children who are culturally, linguistically and ability diverse. Fifteen hours of observation/ field experience are required in this course. Prerequisites CDEV 101   and PSYC 101  both with a minimum grade of a C
Is course repeatable for credit? No
Variable Hour Exist No

Is this a Human Relations/Diversity Course? No
Is this an International Course? No
Semesters Offered Fall, Spring