BKE 2325 - Child Development II: Preschool and Kindergarten Development

Credits: 3 hrs

This course provides students with opportunities to investigate theories and current research in the development of preschool and kindergarten, typical and atypical children. Major cultural differences regarding views of the child and child-rearing practices are examined. Students examine and use research methods terminology and techniques to describe the interrelatedness of the domains of human development for both typical and atypical children. In a 10-hour field experience, students observe and participate in reflective analysis of typical and atypical preschool and kindergarten settings serving children and their families. Students must also demonstrate the ability to understand preschool and kindergarten children’s development and the ability to recognize and respect the varying cultural contexts of children and families.