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Apr 19, 2024
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2021-2022 Yavapai College Catalog [PREVIOUS CATALOG YEAR]
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ECE 291 - Early Childhood Practicum
Description: Directed field experiences with young children (birth to eight years) in varied early childhood education settings; applying child development theories and principles in support of developmentally effective approaches; planning and facilitating small and large group play-based learning experiences aligned with Arizona Early Learning Standards; refining observation and evaluation skills; adapting curriculum to children's abilities and interests; practicing effective interactions and child guidance techniques; and evaluating the components of quality early childhood education programs. Required practicum experiences in at least two of the three early childhood groups (B-3, 3-5, or 5-8 years) and in at least two different approved early childhood settings. Approval of the Early Childhood Practicum Application along with evidence of successful completion of the standard security and safety specifications are required prior to enrollment in ECE 291.
Prerequisites: ECE 200, ECE 202, ECE 222, ECE 230, ECE/PSY 234, ECE 270, and ECE 280.
Credits: 4
Lecture: 1
Lab: 9
Course Content:
- Promoting child development and learning
- Building family and community relationships
- Observing, documenting, and assessing
- Using developmentally effective approaches
- Design meaningful early childhood curriculum
- Early childhood professional best practices
Learning Outcomes:
- Develop lesson plans and implement developmentally effective small and large group play-based learning experiences aligned with Arizona Early Learning Standards. (1,4,5)
- Design and implement emergent and inclusive curriculum for all children in the classroom aligned with Arizona Early Learning Standards. (1,2,4,5)
- Exemplify effective interaction with young children according to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards. (1,4)
- Apply developmentally effective teaching strategies and child guidance techniques. (4)
- Utilize effective communication skills with children, families, and co-workers. (2,4)
- Adhere to NAEYC standards regarding observation, documentation, and evaluation of young children. (3)
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions in relation to NAEYC core standards. (1-5)
- Develop a teacher portfolio that contains statement of NAEYC's five core standards, and documentation of teaching practices and children's learning outcomes. (1-5)
- Demonstrate understanding of ethical standards, professional guidelines, and professional growth and development. (6)
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