Mar 29, 2024  
Fitchburg State University 2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
Fitchburg State University 2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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EDUC 7170 - Early Childhood Education Issues: A Seminar


3 cr.
This course is designed to investigate issues and problems related to the education of young children. Emphasis is placed on current research and developmental theories related to the emotional, social, cognitive, linguistic and motoric development of a child and learning theories. Methodological and curricular concerns, teaching strategies and child-centered issues are explored. Other topical areas include developmentally appropriate practices, national accreditation and teacher training in early childhood education. As part of the seminar, students are required to undertake a library research paper on some aspect of early childhood education.



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