2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

EDEC 101 Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Key areas of professional knowledge: child growth and development; health, nutrition and safety; developmentally appropriate practice; guidance; family and community relationships; diversity; professionalism; administration and supervision. Ages birth through eight.

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EDEC 102 Introduction to Early Childhood Education Lab

60 Lab hours and 15 seminar hours. The supervised placement in a child care setting. Observe children, practice appropriate interactions, and develop effective guidance and management techniques. Ages 0 through 8.

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EDEC 103 Guidance Strategies for Children

Explores guidance theories, applications, goals, techniques and factors that influence expectations, classroom management issues, and pro-social skills. Addresses ages birth through age 8.

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