ECED 191 - Early Childhood Education Practicum I

4 CR

Design, plan, and evaluate curriculum for young children. Related topics include: lesson planning, environmental arrangement, the appropriate use of learning materials, and making positive connections with young children. Includes nine hours per week of supervised laboratory participation.

Prerequisite(s): EDUC 130, ECED 160, and ECED 170 with a ‘C’ or better and permission of instructor.

Course Outcomes

Demonstrate the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate practices through working in a classroom for young children, under supervision of a mentor teacher.
Demonstrate the ability to facilitate children’s learning during individual, small and large group play-based activities, with sensitivity to individual and group needs.
Demonstrate ability to use comprehensive curriculum planning techniques for young children that include the following areas: language development, physical development, literacy, math, science, art, music, and appreciation of human diversity.
Demonstrate techniques for communicating effectively with young children, using positive guidance techniques, and sensitivity to individual differences.
Document children’s experiences and learning in a format that can be shared with children, colleagues, and families.
Identify one or more professional development goals, based on evaluation of performance as an early childhood educator.
Demonstrate understanding and respect for professional and ethical guidelines for early childhood educators.

Find out when this course is offered