Early Childhood (EDEC)
EDEC 5316 Soc and Natural Sci Studies 3 SCH (3-0)
Content and methods for promotion development of knowledge, skills and attitudes in social and natural sciences for preschool children. Unit themes will be developed for integrating curriculum.
EDEC 5333 Foundations of Early Ch Curr 3 SCH (3-0)
Historical, philosophical, sociological and psychological bases for early childhood curriculum design. The representation of research, theory and professional recommendation in developmentally appropriate practice.
EDEC 5335 Integrated Curriculum 3 SCH (3-0)
An advanced course in curriculum design with an emphasis on integration of content areas for instruction. Math, science, language, arts and social studies scope and sequence will be presented. Adaptations for special populations will be included.
EDEC 5349 Creative Activities and Play 3 SCH (3-0)
A study of creative thought and behavior in young children. Methods and materials for teaching art, music and dramatics for young children. Theories of play and development.
EDEC 5352 Sem Early Childhood Prog Lead 3 SCH (0-3)
The identification and study of the elements, issues, and challenges of leading an early childhood program.
EDEC 5369 Emergent Lit in Early Ch Educ 3 SCH (3-0)
Emergent literacy as simultaneous development of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Linking research findings to early childhood philosophy and integrated program implementation.