WNC Catalog 2007-2008: Early Childhood Education 251
Course Description and Outline |
ECE 251: Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
| Credits |
3 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Summer 2008
Spring 2008
Schedule History
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| Academic Discipline |
Early Childhood Education
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| 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:
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2007-2008 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Considers methods of planning and teaching curriculum for children 3-5 years old. Included will be curriculum development, children's play, lesson planning, and daily scheduling. Emphasis will be on curriculum development for children 3-5 years old in areas such as art, science, literature, music, language arts, block, dramatic play, etc. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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• The student will gain an understanding of the theory of instructional design as it relates to the preschool and will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the theory through application in curriculum plans and activities.
• The student will develop a personal philosophy of early childhood education curriculum
• The student will demonstrate an understanding of how preschool programming is related to the needs of children in the program and special objectives designed to meet those needs.
• The student will develop a personal system of curriculum materials for future use. |
| III : Course Linkage |
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| 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
• 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
• have an understanding of fine arts or performing arts
• understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world |
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