Description: Capstone course in early childhood education. Participation in assigned early childhood education settings under college supervision to develop effective skills with young children, families, and staff. Integration of principles of child development in designing and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, assessment and professionalism. Creation of inclusive environments through physical design and respectful, sensitive interactions. Each student will spend 240 hours per semester in field experience.
Prerequisites: ECED-1310 Art in Early Childhood: Integrated Curriculum, ECED-1320 Cognition and Problem Solving in Early Childhood: Integrated Curriculum, ECED-1330 Music, Movement and Outdoor Environments in Early Childhood Education: Integrated Curriculum, ECED-1860 Experience with Young Children in Early Childhood Settings, ECED-2800 Special Advanced Topics in Early Childhood Education ; and concurrent enrollment in ECED-2990 Early Childhood Education Student Teaching Seminar, and students must meet with a faculty coordinator prior to registration or departmental approval.
Hours: 2 Other: Practicum: 16 hours per week.
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