Description: Exploration of appropriate methods and materials for implementation of music in early childhood curriculum. Impact of music experience on cognitive, socio-emotional and physical/motor development examined. Connections between emergent literacy, music and brain development explored. Includes creative self expression using movement, sounds, songs, musical instruments, selection of recordings, multicultural experiences in music and use of community resources. Development and use of outdoor environments. Integration of movement activities.
Prerequisites: ECED-1010 Introduction to Early Childhood Education: Children's Development and Programs, or ECED-101A Children's Development and Types of Programs in Early Childhood, ECED-101B Theoretical Foundations of Early Childhood, ECED-101C Curriculum and Inclusion in Early Childhood, and ECED-101D Early Childhood Curriculum in the Classroom; and ENG-1010 College Composition I.
Hours: 4 Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
Fees: $15.00
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