Institutional Learning Outcomes: This course surveys the historical foundations of Early Childhood Education through an examination of the theories and practices of important philosophers and educators. A discussion of philosophy and play lays the groundwork for students to examine values and beliefs with the purpose of articulating a personal philosophy to guide their practice. In-depth projects, reflective practice, and a variety of curriculum models are essential to this course. Prerequisite: ECED 1200 (min. grade D), ECED 1300 (min. grade D), ECED 1320 (min. grade D), ECED 1350 (min. grade D), ECED 1340 (min. grade D), ECED 1360 (min. grade D) Corequisite: ECED 2200 (must be taken at the same time or before ECED 2350)
Institutional Learning Outcomes: This course surveys the historical foundations of Early Childhood Education through an examination of the theories and practices of important philosophers and educators. A discussion of philosophy and play lays the groundwork for students to examine values and beliefs with the purpose of articulating a personal philosophy to guide their practice. In-depth projects, reflective practice, and a variety of curriculum models are essential to this course. Prerequisite: ECED 1200 (min. grade D), ECED 1300 (min. grade D), ECED 1320 (min. grade D), ECED 1350 (min. grade D), ECED 1340 (min. grade D), ECED 1360 (min. grade D) Corequisite: ECED 2200 (must be taken at the same time or before ECED 2350)
