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EARLY CHILDHOOD FOUNDAT (EDUC 340)

Term: 2005-2006 Fall Semester

Schedule

Mon-Wed-Fri, 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM (8/29/2005 - 12/21/2005) Location: M

Description

340. EARLY CHILDHOOD FOUNDATIONS. This course provides an introduction to the history, philosophy, and goals essential to educating children from birth through age eight. Classical and contemporary early childhood program models are examined, a framework for a developmentally appropriate environment is established, and the role of the early childhood practitioner is emphasized. Observations of classrooms are integral to the course. It is recommended that this course be taken concurrently with Education 384. Sophomore or junior level course. Typically offered Fall semester. Semester course, three hours.