ECE 118 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education

1. Identify and explain historical and contemporary influences on the development of early childhood education. (NAEYC 1b, 5c, 6e)
2. Examine influential early care and education pedagogies. (NAEYC 1c, 4c)
3. Research entities involved in the organization, management, and monitoring of early childhood programs (NAEYC 2b, 5c, 6e).  
4. Examine the appropriate uses of various types of observation and assessment tools. (NAEYC 3a, 3b, 3c)   
5. Engage in reflective practices to examine personal and professional responsibilities. (NAEYC 4d, 6e)

1. Historical and Contemporary Influences
   1. Key theorists and contributions
   2. Legislation and public policies
   3. Instructional trends
   4. Universal pre-school
2. Influential Education Pedagogies
   1. Reggio Emilia
   2. Waldorf
   3. Montessori
   4. Head Start
   5. Project approach
   6. High/scope
3. Role of Private and Public Agencies in Early Childhood Programs
   1. Organization
   2. Management
   3. Monitoring
4. Observation and Assessment Methods 
   1. Formal
   2. Informal
5. Professionalism 
   1. Influence of prior learning experiences
   2. Professional standards and ethics
   3. Personal educational philosophies