ECED& 160 - Curriculum Development

• Fulfills Integrate General Education Requirement

1. Explain major early childhood curriculum theories and current trends in curriculum design for early learning environments.
2. Apply principles of developmentally, individually and culturally appropriate practice when designing, implementing and evaluating curriculum.
3. Evaluate integrated learning experiences supportive of children’s development and learning incorporating national, state and local standards.
4. Design curriculum that supports children’s language/communication, cognitive, social/emotional, fine/gross motor and creative development.
5. Design curriculum that is inclusive and represents the diversity of children and families.
6. Plan developmentally appropriate activities and schedules, which promote all children’s growth and learning.
7. Assess individual and group needs, interests and skills for the purpose of curriculum planning and on-going modifications of plans.
8. PROGRAM OUTCOME: Create engaging curriculum that is based on knowledge of children’s developmental needs, established learning outcomes, and children’s interests.

1. Social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development.
2. Environments and experiences to support the growth and development of young children.
3. Early learning curriculum methods and approaches.
4. Assessment strategies.
5. Early childhood standards, curriculum, and assessments.