ECE 101 - Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Norwalk

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Description:

Prerequisite: ECE 182. 3 credits formerly ED 104 Introduction to Early Childhood Education This course is developed specifically for those who are already working with preschool children in a childcare facility or who plan to work with this age group in the future. This course is also appropriate for those who are involved in the training or supervision of preschool teachers. The course emphasizes developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages 3 to 5 years of age based on the emotional, social, cognitive, language, creative, and physical areas of development. The course acquaints students with historical perspectives of early childhood education along with modern trends and developments. This course requires 10 hours of observation at the NCC Child Development Laboratory School or another NAEYC accredited approved site.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 857-7060

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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