ECS 315 - Multicultural Issues in ECE Today

Institution:

Union Institute & University - Closed

Subject:

Description:

In this course, learners will study child development from a comparative perspective, considering race, gender and disabling conditions as dimensions of diversity. Learners will examine cross-cultural research and challenge the contemporary theories of child development and the implications for educational theory and practice. Learners will examine cultural and family factors that shape and influence the contexts in which children develop. They will also participate in the development of multicultural curriculum activities, materials and environments for children with a special emphasis on applying multicultural education principles to curriculum planning.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.myunion.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 861-6400

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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