Early Childhood Education 1
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FE11 * Early Childhood Education 1
Credit: 2
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Child Development
Course Description: Acquire the knowledge and skills needed to provide developmentally appropriate practices in high quality early childhood education programs. Explore ways of creating a child-centered approach to curriculum planning that includes the use of space, materials, relationships, play, and observations. Participate in practical hands-on internship working within the early childhood classroom, learn how to meet the individual needs of children with varying abilities, and reflect on learning experiences and their impact on children. Gain the knowledge, skills, and industry credential for careers in early childhood development and services. * Students are required to complete a TB screening and health questionnaire prior to interning. A criminal background check may also be required by the internship site.
* For safety reasons and intern placement, the recommended enrollment should not exceed 20 students.
*Early Childhood Education North Carolina Standards*
1.00: Understand historical, theoretical, and philosophical foundations of the early childhood profession.
2.00: Apply appropriate learning activities and teaching strategies to developmental domains in building curriculum.
3.00: Apply techniques for communicating expectations, setting limits, and guiding behavior.
4.00: Apply concepts to create inclusive classroom environments.
5.00: Understand early childhood education foundational components.
6.00: Understand factors related to personal growth and the field of child development.
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