ECED& 160 - Curriculum Development

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 44
Lab Hours: 22
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Investigate learning theory, program planning, tools and methods for curriculum development promoting language, fine/gross motor, social-emotional, cognitive and creative skills and growth in children birth through age 8.

Prerequisite: ECED& 105 and ECED& 190 with a C or higher.

General Education Requirements:

Fulfills Integrate General Education Requirement

Meets FQE Requirement: No
Elective Requirements: Fulfills Gray Area Electives
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

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

Course Contents

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

Instructional Units: 5.5