ECE 284 - Early Childhood Education Practicum II

Institution:

Westmoreland County Community College

Subject:

Education/Pre-K - Grade 4

Description:

This course offers an in-depth study of the role of the early childhood educator through field experience of 150 hours. The course provides opportunities to explore and evaluate the practicality of early childhood educational theory as it relates to implementing basic pedagogical strategies. The practicum experience develops an authentic awareness and competency within the field of early childhood education with emphasis on reflective practice, professionalism, lesson design and implementation, developmental appropriateness, and an understanding of the whole child as seen in early childhood settings. Prerequisite(s) Minimum 2.0 GPA, ECE 166 & ECE 255, observation verification logs that document at least 40 hours of completed course observations. Completed learning interest form, learning contract, and liability insurance. Students must verify the prerequisites with the program director and career coordinator prior to the beginning of the semester to register for this course.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ECE 166 and ECE 255

Corequisites:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.westmoreland.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 925-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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