CD 1 - Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education

    Recent Professors
    Pat Henrickson, Patricia Henrickson
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of CD 1
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    An overview of the developing child, current theories and research within the context of family, school, and community, and a historical perspective on the development of early childhood programs which are developmentally appropriate. The processes of socialization and identity development will be highlighted. This class is appropriate for students wanting to work with young children in a variety of programs, including infant-toddler, preschool, transitional kindergarten, and kindergarten. Observations in schools are to be arranged by students. (C-ID: ECE 120)