TECA 1311 - Educating Young Children- 1312025109

Institution:

Southwest Texas Junior College

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Description:

An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Course requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations. Course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences. An introduction to the profession of early childhood education, focusing on developmentally appropriate practices, types of programs, historical perspectives, ethics, and current issues. Three lecture and one external hours per week. TSI Requirement: M1; R1, R2C; W1. Prerequisite: None. Co-op Fee: $16.25

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.swtjc.net

Phone Number:

(830) 278-4401

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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