Foundations in ECCE (ECCE 1301)
This course provides an overview and introduction to the theories and practices of early childhood care and education profession. Key themes include:
- types and terminology of child care services
- the structure and organization of child care in BC
- historical figures and their contributions to the profession
- current research, trends and issues; the sociology of Canadian families
- the role of the early childhood educator and an orientation to philosophy
- goals and objectives of quality early childhood programs.
- included in this course is Integrated Program Planning I which provides students an opportunity for to be “Active Observers” in a childcare centre.
This course also introduces three frameworks that are fundamental to ensuring an integrated approach to planning programs for young children.
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