Child Study & Observation Early Childhood Education

Catalog description

This course provides an in-depth study of young children through direct observation which includes utilization of case studies and anecdotal records. Methods of integrating observed behavior with developmental theory and appropriate practice form the basis of the course. Responsive, supportive curriculum planning based on authentic, classroom-based formal and informal assessments for children from birth through age 8 will be emphasized. This course requires 45 hours of observation in an approved