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CDEC 1321 - The Infant and Toddler



A study of appropriate infant and toddler programs (birth to age 3), including an overview of development, quality routines, learning environments, materials and activities, and teaching/guidance techniques.

Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion, students will be able to

  • Summarize prenatal development and the birth process.
  • Discuss theories of development as they apply to infants and toddlers.
  • Outline growth and development of children from birth to age 3.
  • Analyze components of teacher/child interactions and positive guidance techniques.
  • Design learning environments.
  • Select materials and activities for infants and toddlers.

Credit Hour(s): 3

Lecture Hour(s): 48



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