EDUC 370 - Practicum: Play in Discovery Environments

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The University of Findlay

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3 semester hours Prerequisite: EDUC 151, 161, 219, 260, 299; SPED 134, 234, 261 This course develops an understanding of the benefits of exploration and discovery in a play-based learning environment. Emphasis is placed on learning environments representing the philosophies of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and others. The importance of the teacher's role in the preparation of the physical space and in facilitating learning and development will be stressed, especially as children transition among multiple learning environments. An overview of "best practice" in infant, toddler, and early childhood programswill lead students to develop a personal philosophy of early childhood education. The methods field experience (junior level) portion of this course provides an eight-week experience in an early childhood (preschool ages 3-5) setting under the supervision of a cooperating early childhood teacher and University supervisor. This course is part of the junior practicum and should be scheduled with EDUC 371, 372, 373, and SPED 336.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.findlay.edu/

Phone Number:

(419) 422-8313

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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