ECE 110 Observing Young Children's Behavior

Study of objective techniques for observing and recording children's behavior. Beginning connections between observing, curriculum planning and assessment will be introduced. Observations of preschool age children are assigned as homework.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Recommended: WR 115 or higher

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Carry out and record the details of objective observations for a variety of purposes
2. Demonstrate a better understanding of children's behavior through direct observations
3. Use observation skills to evaluate the growth and behavior of young children
4. Explain various types of observational techniques and the values of each