Early Childhood Curriculum and Care

Catalog description

Students examine the research for making thoughtful and informed decisions about early childhood education and care. Topics of study include: the importance of play; developing appropriate social/emotional, cognitive/language, and physical environments; working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children; and the importance of working with families of young children. Students evaluate the impact of parenting roles and responsibilities on strengthening the well being of individuals and families.