LPA 804 - Policy Issues in Early Care and Education

Institution:

Wheelock College

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Description:

For government officials, members of child advocacy groups, faculty, child care administrators, child development professionals and individuals seeking an effective voice in policy. Topics include a conceptual framework for policy making, the role of public schools, social service agencies and employers. An overview of current regulations and state licensing methods, and the "child care trilemma" of wages, qualityand affordability. (May be substituted for LPA 732 if an additional credit of CTA 900 Independent Study is taken concurrently.) styles of teaching and learning and evaluation as components of supervision. Co-requisite: A supervisory field experience is a requited component of the course.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheelock.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 879-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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