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2011 - 2012 CNM Catalog June 2011, Volume 44 
    
2011 - 2012 CNM Catalog June 2011, Volume 44 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

ECME 2250 - Foundations of Early Childhood Education

3 credit hour(s)
(Prerequisites: Acceptance into the alternative licensure program.)

Introduces the historical, political, cultural and philosophical contexts of early childhood education. Surveys traditional, current and innovative models and theories of early childhood education in all learning areas including mathematics and science. Explores current issues and future trends in society and education that directly impact contemporary early childhood programs. Examines the personal qualities of students in relation to the expectations of the field of early childhood education. Requires a field experience of 10 hours in an approved early childhood educational setting as part of this course.
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