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HSCE Agreement Dates:
2015 Fall - 2017 Summer
HSCE Total Units:
3
High School / ROP:
High School / ROP Course:
Status:
APPROVED
IVC Course(s)

HD 110

HD 110 - Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children
Course Transfers:
CSU Only
Course Units:
3.00

This course introduces the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices as applied to early childhood education programs and environments. The course emphasizes the key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting the physical, social, creative, and intellectual development of all children. The course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics, and professional identity, as well as current trends in the field. Students are introduced to different types of early childhood programs, professional opportunities and qualifications, and laws and regulations governing programs. C-ID: ECE 120

Department

Human Development Department

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