EDUC 207 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

(3 credits)

This course provides an overview of the field of early childhood, including historical and social foundations, developmental ages and stages, theories, program models, awareness of value, ethical and legal issues, issues of salary and status, staff relations, professional growth, and the importance of being an advocate for upgrading and improving conditions for children. Emphasis is also on the teacher’s role, the preferred learning environment, and appropriate learning content for meeting individual differences and cultural diversities of young children. This course is a prerequisite for all early childhood courses. Prerequisites:

EDUC 101

210

, and

231

. Students will be assigned eight hours of clinical experience in an area school or educational setting.