CDE 103 - Principles & Practices of Teaching

    Recent Professors
    Maria Avalos, Cod STAFF, Sarah V. Mosley, Tiffanie E. Schnabel-Moreno, Monica L. Castillo, Debra L. Midcalf, Jessica Huffman, Alicia Martinez
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    20–35 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of CDE 103
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course presents an examination of the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practice in early care and education. Emphasis on the role of the early childhood educator, the importance of teacher-child relationships, and effective teaching strategies and environmental design for supporting development in young children. This course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of the professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics, and professional identity. C-ID: ECE 120 Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Sat 8:30am–11:20am, Mon 6:00pm–9:05pm, Mon Tue Thu Fri 3:15pm–4:35pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 2:00pm–3:20pm