Preschool - Grade 3 Education

• Analyze major theories of child development with emphasis on similarities and differences and the interaction of the four learning domains and models from infancy through age eight;
• Evaluate family and community characteristics in relation to their role in the economic, political and cultural institutions of society;
• Apply the goals, benefits and uses of assessment using observation, documentation and other appropriate assessment tools and approaches;
• Recognize and apply effective approaches, strategies and tools to positively influence children’s development and learning;
• Articulate and uphold ethical standards and other professional guidelines and engage in informed advocacy for children and the profession;
• Document children’s development and apply the documentation to curriculum development.

(EDPR-Fall 2020)