EAR- 35 - Practicum in Infant and Toddler Care

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    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    EAR 20
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Description: In this supervised teaching course, the student will practice and demonstrate developmentally appropriate care and education of infants and toddlers. State recognized Infant and Toddler Learning and Development Guidelines will be explored to observe and identify social, emotional, language, cognitive, and perceptual/motor needs expressed by infants and toddlers. Planning and design of child oriented activities by respectfully individualizing the development of each child. Interpreting social emotional expressions of infants and toddlers as guidance to strengthen relationships with caregivers, peers, and families. Students will practice program planning, teaching competencies, and self-reflection of their application of theory to practice in a laboratory setting under the supervision of ECE/CD faculty and other qualified early education professionals. Professional behaviors consistent with Title 22 Licensing Regulations will be expected. 36.00 hours lecture and 54.00 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only)