EDEC 105 Arts and Aesthetics for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Children

Exploration of the imagination of infants, toddlers, and preschool children in relationship to curriculum and teaching through play. Examination of developmentally appropriate teaching for young children, diversity, and the roles teachers play as leaders and learners in diverse early childhood learning communities will be analyzed. Inquiry-based approach throughout the course includes participation in aesthetic experiences, place-based learning, multiple intelligences, case analysis, and examination of beliefs and research on learning and teaching.