ECE 158 - Working With Families

Institution:

Cabrillo College

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Description:

3 units; 3 hours Lecture Prerequisite: ECE 51 or concurrent enrollment. Recommended Preparation: Eligibility for ENGL 100 and READ 100 when taught in English, or concurrent enrollment in ESL 201A or ESL 220A or higher ESL level when taught in Spanish. Focuses on building strong partnerships between teachers and families using the family-centered care model: two-way communication and decision making; honoring diversity; acknowledging family and teacher expertise; and building networks of support. Studies the benefits of the partnership for children, families, teachers, and programs, and emphasizes the development of the specific competencies for parent/teacher communications both written and verbal, problem-solving, parent meetings, parent/teacher conferences, work days, and co-ops. Also appropriate for family childcare home providers. May be offered in a Bilingual Spanish/English Format as part of Spanish/English Bilingual Specialization Certificate. Used in conjunction with ECE 152 for the Specialization Certificate in Working with Culturally Diverse Families.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cabrillo.edu

Phone Number:

(831) 479-6100

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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