ECE 180 - Math Foundations for Toddler through Grade 1

Institution:

Reading Area Community College

Subject:

Early Childhood Education

Description:

This course explores teaching mathematics to all children from toddlers to grade one. Instructional strategies appropriate for various stages of intellectual development will be examined. Students will select and construct materials to enhance the development of the whole child, particularly the use of manipulatives and technology in the teaching of mathematics. PA Early Learning Standards will be utilized in the planning process as well as the specific NCTM standards for early childhood. The use of developmentally appropriate methods in curriculum planningas well as staying current with the research on best practices for content instruction for students, toddlers through grade 1 will be emphasized. Students will conduct 10 hours in systematic participation in a Field Placement Site.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ECE 105, ECE 115, ECE 120, ECE 125, ECE 140, or ECE 150

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

A Grade of D or Higher is Required for all Listed Prerequisite Courses.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.racc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 372-4721

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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