ECED 2061 - Child Guidance Techniques

4.5 Credits

This course focuses on the techniques teachers can use to help children between birth and eight years of age develop pro-social behaviors. Emphasis is placed on the foundation of guidance coming through the understanding of child development and observational skills. Indirect and direct guidance techniques are examined. The indoor and outdoor environments along with developmentally appropriate curriculum are emphasized. Focus is placed on prevention rather than discipline within the family and cultural context. Finally, students also explore techniques for dealing with challenging behaviors that can be exhibited in the classroom. Outcomes for this course emphasize application of the techniques studied. This course requires field experience contact hours within early childhood education settings.

Note: Students are required to complete the Child Care Fingerprint Criminal History Check and the Child/Abuse and Neglect Registry Check through the appropriate Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to complete required field experiences.

Prerequisites: (1) ECED 1060

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0
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