EDES 5402 - Early Childhood

Institution:

Loyola Marymount University

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Description:

3 Semester Hours Theoretical frameworks and contempory research that have advanced knowledge of the preschool period (ages 2-8 years) will be examined and analyzed. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of developmental milestones exhibited by preschoolers. Students will explore the environmental infl uences on development such as peer relationships, early childhood education experiences, parenting, socialization, poverty, second language acquisition, disability, prejudice, and policy. Research fi ndings and methods will be utilized to study the transition to formal education and literacy development. Observation is required.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lmu.edu

Phone Number:

(310) 338-2700

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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