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May 09, 2025
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Preliminary 2025-2026 Yavapai College Catalog
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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. 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 (may be taken concurrently), 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)
- Interact 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 communication skills with children, families, and co-workers. (2,4)
- Utilize age-appropriate observation, documentation, and evaluation techniques. (3)
- Develop a teacher portfolio. (1-5)
- Demonstrate understanding of ethical standards, professional guidelines, and professional growth and development. (6)
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