ED 105 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Course Description
- Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENG 22/60 OR placement in ENG 100
Introduces and explores the historical roots and fundamental principles of early childhood care and education programs, the variety and scope of programs in the community, issues confronting the field, and career options. Students learn about and practice using observation and assessment tools to record children’s growth and learning. May be taken on a CR/N basis.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of ED 105, the student will be able to:
- Identify personal values, style and temperament.
- Explain how personal traits impact an early childhood professional.
- Identify ethical dilemmas common in the profession.
- Explain the actions required by a professional facing an ethical dilemma.
- Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development.
- Recognize the major contributions of important theorists and practitioners.
- Describe current issues and trends in the field.
- List a variety of programs serving children and families.
- List the career possibilities that exist in contemporary programs.
- Write clear, objective descriptions based on direct observation.
- Identify uses for observation in work with children, families, and programs.
- Identify observation methods used in the study of children.
- Explain the purpose for each observation method.
- Describe effective program management strategies.
- Identify community resources.
- Describe important considerations in work with diverse families and special needs children.