Description: Discussion and development of a variety of guidance and classroom management strategies for young children based upon child development and anti-bias principles. Emphasis on preparing, organizing, and maintaining physically and psychologically safe environment. Establishment and maintenance of positive, collaborative family relations and supportive, professional, ethical behavior emphasized. Consequences of stress and trauma on child development and behavior explored. Skills strengthened in observing and assessing child behavior to enhance planning for growth of young children.
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 ENG-1010 College Composition I.
Hours: 3 Lecture: 3
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