ECE 250 Infant and Toddler Environments

Course topics include: a) how suitable materials and a carefully planned physical environment can enhance optimum development; b) how to staff a center appropriately; c) brief review of infant-toddler development ; d) basic care giving techniques; e) how to plan curriculum; and f) resources and references.

Credits

3

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Choose suitable equipment and materials for infants and toddlers
2. Plan quality, and developmentally appropriate environments for infants and toddlers
3. Identify state rules and regulations which govern the certification of infant and toddler centers
4. Discus competencies for caregivers in quality infant and toddler programs
5. Demonstrate an understanding of infant and toddler learning by planning curriculum, based on observation, for this age child