CD 111 - Early Childhood Education Curriculum

Recent Professors: klynch@riohondo.edu, ahill@riohondo.edu, AVentura@riohondo.edu, tstewart@riohondo.edu, LGuerrero@riohondo.edu, mandrade@riohondo.edu, groque@riohondo.edu
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
Class Size: 45 students
Difficulty: 6.1Demandingout of 10
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of CD 111
Transfers To: CSU
Description: This introductory course presents current concepts in childhood curriculum development and implementation. Students design curriculum based on observation and assessment of young children to support play and learning using developmental, inclusive, and anti-bias principles in collaboration with families to support all children; demonstrate knowledge of the teachers’ role in evaluating best practices; and apply understanding of children’s learning and development. This course is meant for students who plan to create and implement children’s educational programs. This course is also designed to meet the State of California Title 22 Department of Social Services Classification Indicator DS3 and applies to the State of California Title 5 requirements for the Child Development Permit.
Usually Held: Tue Thu 8:00am–9:25am