CDEV 108 - Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children

3 units
3 hours lecture
Prerequisite: CDEV 103 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment
Recommended Preparation: ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A or qualification by appropriate assessment
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course examines the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices applied to programs and environments. The key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting physical, social, emotional, creative, and cognitive development in young children will be emphasized. This course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and current philosophies and methodologies of early childhood education. Topics include observation, analysis, and assessment of young children’s development, identification of effective teaching strategies, age appropriate environments, and professional ethics.