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ELED 272. Introduction to Early and Elementary Education

Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 014196

This course is designed to introduce elementary education students to teaching children in grades PK-6. Based on developmental and learning theories, the course focuses on building relationships with and among learners, establishing learning environments, guiding behavior, and providing instruction and assessment. Through observations and participation in practicum, seminars, workshops and lectures, students will construct an understanding of how teachers meet the developmental and learning needs of children by planning, implementing and assessing appropriate curriculum and instruction. Corequisite: ELED 271.