EDEC 203 - Intro to Early Childhood Education

Institution:

Rockford University

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Description:

An overview of the field of early childhood education covering the historical roots and current issues, this course includes an introduction to a variety of early childhood programs: child care centers, family child care, parent-child centers, Head Start, hospitals, prekindergarten, preschools, and elementary schools. Emphasis is on elements common to all "best practices" programs, governing standards and regulations, historical perspectives, and career options for early childhood professionals. PRQ: None. Scheduled: Fall and spring, yearly. Meets: N.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rockford.edu

Phone Number:

(815) 226-4186

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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