ECD 201 - Principles of Ethics & Leadership in Early Care and Education

Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course includes an overview of historical views on leadership and issues and challenges of leadership in early care and education. Emphasis is on current trends and issues. This course also reviews ethical principles as they relate to children, families, colleagues, and the community and society.

Course Topics:

Morality and Ethics
Addressing Ethical Issues
Ethical Responsibilities to Children
Ethical Responsibilities t Families
Ethical Responsibilities to Colleagues
Ethical Responsibilities to Community and Society
Advocacy in Early Care and Education
Leadership in Early Care and Education

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

Required Materials:

Miscellaneous supplies for toy project

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 a personal philosophy of early care and education. (NAEYC 5a)
Describe appropriate ethical relationships with children, families, colleagues, community, and society. (NAEYC 2a, 4a, 5b)
Develop a personal professional leadership career plan for the field of early care and education. (NAEYC 5a, 5c)
Identify and engage oneself in leadership or advocacy within the early childhood field. (NAEYC 5)

For SCC Online Courses:
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Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Orientation and Support
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
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Official Course Syllabus
2024-2025