General Information

• Name: Curriculum in Early Childhood Education
• Discipline: Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Units (Credits): 3
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• 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.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service

Prerequisites and Recommended Courses

• Prerequisites: ECE 250

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Considers methods of planning and teaching curriculum for children 3-5 years old. Includes 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

• 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

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

This course meets one of the requirements for the A.A.S. Degree in Early Childhood Education the Certificate of Achievement. The course is designed to allow students to:

• Recognize and organize a physical environment that supports age appropriate development in young children.
• Plan and implement activities that meet the psychosocial, physical, and cognitive needs of children in a childcare setting.
• Develop an appreciation of the benefits of participation in early childhood professional organizations.

Linkage to General Education Mission and Outcomes
Students who complete this course are expected to demonstrate they:

Communication
• have college-level skills in reading, writing and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

Analysis
• have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location and evaluation of information.
• have problem solving, critical and creative thinking skills.

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.