ECE 282 - Practicum/Seminar (7 credit hours)

Offered in Fall, Winter Terms (3-0-12)
A capstone course in which the student integrates current early childhood issues and trends with classroom teacher practices. Students are expected to have a sound understanding of child development theory and practice and will spend 3 hours a week in a college seminar and 12 hours per week in a college approved early childhood setting serving infants and toddlers, preschoolers and/or school-age children (K-3). Students are expected to observe, participate, and work effectively with children from birth to age eight under the supervision of a qualified professional. Seminar emphasis is on discussion, application of skills in the classroom, and professional critique of the practicum experience.
PREREQUISITE(S): Completion of or co-enrollment in all ECE courses
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