ED 101 Observation and Guidance

An introductory practicum experience focusing on building relationships with young children in early education settings. Students interact with children individually and in small groups, while working with an assigned mentor teacher. Students spend 6 hours per week in an approved early child care setting and 2 hours per week in seminar.

Credits

Prerequisite

HDFS 248 Learning Experiences/Children and ED 152 Creativity & the Arts, both with a grade of C or better. Required: Students must successfully complete a criminal history background check prior to starting class.

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

Outcomes

Plan, present and evaluate developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children, applying specific learning objectives based on child observations. Assist in preparing the environment for developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children. Cooperate with other adults in the classroom and communicate effectively with teaching team. Develop positive relationships with children in child care setting. Apply appropriate guidance strategies with young children in an early education setting.