EDUC 237 - Early Childhood Education: Theory and Practice

1 unit(s)

(Same as PSYC 237) What is the connection between a textbook description of preschool development and what teachers do every day in the preschool classroom? This course examines curriculum development based on contemporary theory and research in early childhood. The emphasis is on implementing developmental and educational research to create optimal learning environments for young children. Major theories of cognitive development are considered and specific attention is given to the literatures on memory development; concepts and categories; cognitive strategies; peer teaching; early reading, math, and scientific literacy; and technology in early childhood classrooms. Julie Riess.

Prerequisite(s): PSYC 231 and permission of the instructor.

One 2-hour period; 4 hours of laboratory participation.