ECED& 160 - Curriculum Development

5 credits

Students will investigate learning theory, program planning, and the tools for curriculum development promoting language, fine/gross motor, social-emotional, cognitive and creative skills and growth in your children (birth-age 8).

Theory Hours
5 theory hours.

Vocational Program Course
Vocational program course.

AA General Elective
May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Course Outcomes

Explain major early childhood curriculum theories and current trends such as theme-based, emergent, inquiry based, integrated and project approach
Use a variety of resources, including WA State Guidelines, program standards, and National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practice principles to plan curriculum
Create curriculum which supports children’s language/communication, cognitive social/emotional, fine/gross motor, and creative development
Plan developmentally appropriate activities and schedules which promote child growth and learning
Observe, document and assess individual and group needs, interests and skills for the purpose of curriculum planning and on-going modifications of plans