ECD 207 - Inclusive Care for Infants and Toddlers

Lecture Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course provides an overview of the field of infants and toddlers with special needs. Emphasis will be placed on instructional strategies, adaptations, environment, inclusion, etiology, federal legislation, family partnership, multicultural considerations, and optimal development.

Prerequisite(s): Take ENG 032 and RDG 100 with a minimum grade of C.

Corequisite(s): Take ECD 102 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Instructional strategies
Adaptations
Environment
Inclusion
Etiology
Federal legislation
Family partnership
Multicultural considerations

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

Required Materials:
None

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:

Identify the benefits and challenges of including infants and toddlers in a child care program. (NAEYC 1a, 4a)
Identify and understand the principles of infant/toddler physical, cognitive, language, social, self-help, and motor development. (NAEYC 1a, 1b)
Identify and practice strategies for discussing developmental concerns with families. (NAEYC 2b)
Identify and practice adapting materials and activities for infants and toddlers with special needs. (NAEYC 5b, 5c)
Identify resources for parents and caregivers at the local and state level that would assist in meeting needs. (NAEYC 6b)

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Official Course Syllabus
2024-2025