ECEL 3600Science for Early Childhood

Catalog

An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the co-requisite practicum experience.