Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course is an introduction to early childhood education, including an overview of the history of the field, evolution of professional practices and ethics, and developmentally appropriate educational principles and practices that support child development from birth through the school-age years. The early education principle of teaching practices based on observation, documentation, and interpretation of children's behavior will be introduced. The importance of the teacher/ child relationship based on positive, supportive, culturally relevant, language inclusive, and mutually rewarding interactions is a foundation of the course. ECE 300 is recommended as the first course for students interested in learning more about the field.Usually HeldMon 12:00pm–1:20pm, Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:20pm, Tue Thu 10:30am–11:50am 