Early Childhood Education Courses
Back to subjects list- ECED 1101 Health, Wellness, and Nutrition
- ECED 1104 Child Growth and Development
- ECED 1107 Intro to Early Childhood Education
- ECED 1111 Practicum I: Field Experience in ECED
- ECED 1114 Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices in ECED
- ECED 1116 Behavior Guidance
- ECED 1135 Creative Activities and Environments
- ECED 1138 Observing & Assessing
- ECED 2208 Infant and Toddler Learning Experience
- ECED 2220 Early Childhood Education Program Planning and Development
- ECED 2222 Foundations of School Age Care
- ECED 2224 Introduction to Language and Literacy
- ECED 2230 Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education
- ECED 2237 Professional Practices in Early Childhood Education
- ECED 2240 Practicum II: Early Childhood Education Advanced Field Experience
Professional Practices in Early Childhood Education
This 2-credit course provides an in-depth exploration of professional practices essential for effective early childhood education. Students will evaluate organizational climates, examine staff policies, and learn team teaching strategies. Students will identify strategies for professional growth, such as continuing education opportunities and professional involvement in relevant organizations. The course will analyze societal conditions affecting children and families, including current issues, trends, legal issues, and public policies impacting early childhood programs. Emphasis is placed on professional growth, ethical conduct, and developing instructional strategies for diverse student needs, encouraging students to articulate their personal and professional philosophy, display professionalism and confidentiality, and demonstrate dependability and punctuality.
Credit Breakdown
| Credit Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2.00 |
| Lab | 0 |
| On the job training | n/a |
| Total Credits | 2.00 |