EDEC 2000 Engaging Families in Early Childhood Education Settings

The student will focus on the philosophical, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of working with families and children in early childhood educational, home, and community settings. (3 lect.)

Credits

3 credits

Transfer Status

Equivalent to UW.

Major Topics

  • Impact of culture on student success
  • Relationships with diverse populations
  • Learning environments
  • Trends and contemporary issues
  • Role of early childhood professionals

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

Analyze the impact of culture, family structure, and socio-economic status on parents’ involvement in children’s education and children’s academic success trajectory.

Apply the necessary skills, knowledge, and sensitivity to form respectful, reciprocal relationships with parents from diverse backgrounds and social contexts.

Analyze strategies for creating healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments that model and affirm anti-bias perspectives.

Describe the impact of culture, home language, individual abilities or disabilities, family context, and community on children’s development and learning.

Examine modern trends and contemporary issues influencing families with young children in educational settings.

Analyze the role of early childhood professionals as informed advocates for sound educational practices and policies.