Introduction to Curriculum

Catalog description

This course provides an overview of planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and play-based environments for young children. The course examines the teacher's role in supporting development and learning, and fostering respect for children of diverse economic backgrounds, cultures, languages, and abilities. Content areas include language and literacy, social and emotional learning, sensory learning, art, creativity, math, science and physical development. Students observe and assess effective strategies for developing curriculum and adapting environments. Meets the course requirement for Title 22 Licensing and the California Child Development Permit. C-ID: ECE 130