ECE 3420 - Observation and Supervised Practice Teaching - Infants

1 Class Hours 7 Laboratory Hours 5 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Acceptance to the Birth through Five program. Corequisite: ECE 3405, ECE 3410, and ECE 3415.
Teacher candidates will learn to develop, plan, and implement strategies for the care and education of infants from birth to 18 months of age. Candidates will teach under the supervision of childcare professionals and a university faculty. Candidates will develop skills in the application of developmentally appropriate practices with infants. Candidates will meet with a university supervisor each week to review planning and teaching strategies and to discuss their concerns. Verification of professional liability insurance is required prior to placement in the teaching experience.