EDU 184 — Early Child Intro Pract 1 3 2
Prerequisite(s): EDU 119, EDU 146, EDU 151 and departmental approval Corequisite(s): None This course introduces students to early childhood settings and applying skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on observing children, assisting in the implementation of developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, equitable, and ability diverse activities in indoor/outdoor environments for young children, supporting/engaging families, and modeling reflective/professional practices based on national/state guide - lines. Upon completion, students should be able to implement respectful/ reciprocal relationships with children and families, design, implement, and adapt developmentally appropriate activities, plans, and daily routines that align with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development and demonstrate ethical/ professional behaviors as indicated by assignments and onsite/virtual faculty assessments.. Hours Per Week Class Lab Credit