ECE 239 - Teaching Young Children - Capstone

Credits: 3
LEC hours per week: 2
LAB hours per week: 2
This course is designed as a capstone for the Early Childhood Education program. Students will explore concepts of developmentally appropriate practice and professional ethics. They will develop practical job-seeking skills in the field of early childhood education. Students will integrate and apply their knowledge of young children and developmentally appropriate practices by designing an early childhood program.
Course Outcomes:

Identify best practices for early childhood education.
Examine the ethical dimensions of work with children and families through reflective practice.
Apply the NAEYC Code of Ethics to work with children, families and colleagues.
Analyze ethical dilemmas related to the field of early childhood education.
Design an early childhood program that reflects personal philosophies about Developmentally Appropriate Practice.
Demonstrate proficiency at levels 1-3 of the core competencies for early care and education professionals as outline by the Washington State Department of Early Learning.
Write a resume and cover letter to use for job applications in the field of early childhood.
Apply effective interview skills and techniques.

Course Topics:

NAEYC Code of Ethics
Professional preparation standards
Program handbook development
Professionalism in the early learning setting
Cover letters
Resume development
Interview skills