Social Emotional Dev Curriculum

Catalog description

This course examines the teacher's role as facilitator of social emotional development, including practices that help children develop positive self-image, self esteem and competence. The impact of a teacher's own self-image, values, and attitudes will be discussed. The major components of social development are addressed: theories related to social emotional development, positive communication, gender identity and sex roles, moral reasoning of young children, play theories and programming for classroom play, and multiculturalism and diversity. Attention will be given to ideas for implementing positive guidance techniques, effective classroom management, preventative strategies, and the importance of a holistic approach to understanding children's behavior. Ohio's Early Learning and Development Standards are discussed.