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ECE121

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Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Business Social Sciences Div CLC - College of Lake County

Subject

ECE

Course Number

121

Course Title

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course Description

This survey course provides an overview of early childhood care and education including historical and cultural perspectives, organization, structure, programming, and evidence-based practices. Professional and evidence-based practices of highly-qualified early childhood educators are outlined with an emphasis on their ability to enhance development and learning of each and every child between the ages of birth and eight. Considerations for diversity of culture, language, race, socioeconomic status, gender, ethnicity, and ability will be included. Note: Students are required to complete ten hours of field observations in diverse early childhood settings. Current Illinois State Police criminal background check may be required.

Minimum Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

3

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Number Of Credits

3

PCS Code

1.1

Requirements

Prerequisite: College Reading and Writing Readiness

Course fee

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