ECE 130 - Guidance of Young Children

3 Credit(s)

Acquaints student with the logic and ethics of developmentally appropriate guidance of children aged birth through five years. Focuses on guidance, social and emotional behavior patterns, daily routines. May be offered online.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Explain the difference between constructive guidance and punishment
2. Choose developmentally appropriate guidance techniques to promote moral autonomy in young children
3. Evaluate parenting and teaching styles through the study of behaviorism, constructivism, and maturationism
4. Describe reasonable and developmentally appropriate expectations for children considering age, stage, and temperament

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