ECE 9230 - Curriculum Decision Making (Birth- 8yrs)

3 Credit Hours 3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours
Prerequisites: Admission to the Ed.D. Program.
Candidates will examine multiple approaches to caring for and educating young children (Birth to age 8 years) in group settings. An in-depth study of organizational strategies, child development theories, historical and philosophical perspectives will be conducted. Connections will be made using current licensing and accreditation standards to the organization of personnel, materials and equipment. In addition, the course will include analysis of recent research, theoretical developments, and social issues such as ethics, diversity, special needs, and family involvement as they relate to quality care and education in the early years.