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WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Early Childhood Education 240
Course Description and Outline


ECE 240: Administration of Preschool


2007-2008
Credits 3
Schedule of Classes Spring 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Early Childhood Education
Academic Division Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
Prerequisites ECE 250
Transfer Information Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
Programs of Study This course can be found in the following programs of study:
I : Catalog Course Description
Studies principles and practices in supervision and management of preschool and child care centers, including program planning, organization, budgeting, personnel records, relationships with community resources, regulatory agencies and working with parents.
II : Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, student will be able to:

• Describe the roles and responsibilities of a director.

• Describe the characteristics of various types of schools and programs.

• Discuss requirements and factors affecting the opening of a new school.

• Plan program and curriculum, including goals and objectives.

• Supervise program and evaluate outcomes.

• Select, supervise, and evaluate staff.

• Develop a budget for a school or center.

• Plan and maintain the physical environment for a school.

• Identify ways to promote volunteer and parent involvement.

• List professional organizations for teachers of young children and the publications of those organizations.

III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Communication
• college level writing skills
• oral Communication skills
• college level reading skills

Analysis
• can use appropriate college-level mathematical skills
• have problem solving, critical and creative thinking skills
• have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information

Personal Development
• work effectively with others

Community Commitment

• understand and apply social science principles, including an appreciation of participation in civic affairs
• understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world

Sections II and III were prepared on May 6, 2008. Please contact the Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service division for more information.
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