ECD 237 - Methods and Materials

Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course includes an overview of developmentally-appropriate methods and materials for planning, and evaluating environments. Emphasis is on integrating divergent activities in each curriculum area.

Prerequisite(s): Take ECD 101, ECD 102, ECD 105, ECD 131, ECD 132, ECD 133, ECD 135 and ECD 203.

Course Topics:

Defining Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)
Planning for DAP Curriculum
DAP Physical Environments
DAP Social/Emotional Environments
DAP Cognitive/Language/Literacy Environments
Ethics in the Classroom Environment
Completion of Professional Portfolio
Bulletin Board preparation

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

Computer with Internet access
Word processing software (must be able to save Word format)
Anti-virus software

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Develop effective instructional techniques for teaching young children. (NAEYC 1c)
Select, evaluate, and utilize appropriate equipment and materials for a preschool program. (NAEYC 4c)
Develop and implement lesson plans and activities which support a fully integrated curriculum. (NAEYC 1a-1c, 4b, 4c, 5a-5c)
Identify the ethical standards and guidelines and use them to evaluate ethical dilemmas. (NAEYC 6b)
Assemble evidence that demonstrates professional readiness in the Early Care and Educational field. (NAEYC 6a)

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Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
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Proctored Exams

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Add/Drop period
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Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024