Care/Educ for Infants/Toddlers

Catalog description

In this course students will study the principles of inclusive and respectful care giving for infants and toddlers in relation to curriculum development and design. Students will apply current theory and research to the care and education of infants and toddlers in group settings as they study typical and atypical development of infants/toddlers. Essential policies, principles and practices that lead to quality care and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children birth to 36 months will be examined. Topics include current brain research, issues relating to health and safety, licensing requirements, observation techniques, assessment strategies, as well as ways to communicate with parents, implement home visits, and develop early intervention plans.