TECA 1311 - Educating the Young Child

CIP Code 1312025109

3 Course Credits

An introduction to the education of the young child, including developmentally appropriate practices and programs, theoretical and historical perspectives, ethical and professional responsibilities, and current issues. Course content must be aligned as applicable with State Board for Educator Certification Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities standards and coincide with the National Association for the Education of Young Children position statement related to developmentally appropriate practices for children from birth through age eight. Requires students to participate in field experiences with children from infancy through age 12 in a variety of settings with varied and diverse populations; and the course includes a minimum of 16 hours of field experiences.

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

Instructional Methods: LEC, LAB

Registration Restrictions: Appropriate score on TSI/TSIA2 ELAR or equivalent.

Texas High Education Coordinating Board Lower Division Academic Course Guide Manual (ACGM) course