ECE121 — Intro to Early Childhood Ed
This survey course provides an overview of early childhood care and education including historical and cultural perspectives, organization, structure, programming, and evidence-based practices. Professional and evidence-based practices of highly-qualified early childhood educators are outlined with an emphasis on their ability to enhance development and learning of each and every child between the ages of birth and eight. Considerations for diversity of culture, language, race, socioeconomic status, gender, ethnicity, and ability will be included. Note: Students are required to complete ten hours of field observations in diverse early childhood settings. Current Illinois State Police criminal background check may be required.
Part of
- Early Childhood Education A.A. (Plan 13AB-ECE)
- Early Childhood Education A.A.S. (Plan 25EA)
- Administration and Leadership in Early Childhood Education Certificate (Plan 25EF)
- Infant/Toddler Level II - Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Credential Certificate (Plan 25EG)
- Infant/Toddler Level III - Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Credential Certificate (Plan 25EH)
- Early Childhood Level II - Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Credential (Plan 25EI)
- Early Childhood Level III - Illinois Gateways to Opportunity Credential (Plan 25EJ)