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Examination of philosophical, historical, social, theoretical, and ethical factors that have shaped and continue to shape early childhood education; implications for effective professional practice.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Analysis, synthesis, and application of theories and research in language and literacy development in the education of young learners.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Analysis of current research findings on how teachers can increase family engagement in early childhood programs. Action research on improving family-school partnership. Prerequisite: Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum & Instruction.
Credits
3(3-0)
An analysis of current research findings on multicultural education and implementation of culturally responsive practice in early childhood programs. Prerequisite: Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum & Instruction
Credits
3(3-0)
Examination of theory, research, and practice related to concept development and creativity in young children. Prerequisite: Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum & Instruction
Credits
3(3-0)
An analysis of current research findings on cognitive and psycho-motor development of young children.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.