ECE 17 - PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF TEACHING YOUNG CHILDREN

    Recent Professors
    B. Sutton, A. Duffy, K. Ashbey, K. Herman, P. Brown
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    5–35 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    C-ID: ECE 120 This course explores the historical contexts and theoretical perspectives of developmentally appropriate practice in early care and education for children from birth through age eight. It also explores the typical roles and expectations of early childhood educators and identifies professional ethics, career pathways, and professional standards. It will introduce best practices for developmentally appropriate learning environments, curriculum, and effective pedagogy for young children, including how play contributes to children's learning, growth, and development. This course may be taught in a distance education format. (CSU transferable)
    Usually Held
    Tue 9:00am–10:20am