CDEC 1311 - Educating Young Children

CIP Code 190706

3 Course Credits

An introduction to the education of the young child. Includes developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content is aligned with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards. Requires students to participate in a minimum of 16 hours of field experience with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations.

3 Lecture Hours Per Week
1 Lab Hours Per Week
64 Contact Hours

Instructional Methods: LEC, LAB

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM) course