ECE 125 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Institution:

Reading Area Community College

Subject:

Early Childhood Education

Description:

This course explores historical, as well as current and future perspectives for all types of programs designed for children in the early childhood period of development defined as birth to grade 4. Emphasis will be placed on current trends in the field as well as the theoretical frame work to support best practices. Topics include major theorists, types of programs, environments, child guidance, inclusive classroom practices, and cultural diversity. Ten hours of systematic participation in the campus Education Laboratory Center is required.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

COM 097, COM 098, COM 121, or (EAP 020 and EAP 040)

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

A Grade of D or Higher is Required for all Listed Prerequisite Courses.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.racc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 372-4721

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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