EDEC 202 Early Childhood Program Models, Family, and the Community

Overview of the diverse needs of young children, within the context of family, school, community, and society. Candidates examine early childhood program models, and issues including family and professional collaboration and diversity and the interplay of contemporary family living and cultural patterns on the social, emotional, and mental development of young children. Candidates gain an understanding of their professional role in supporting evidence-based practices that strengthen positive, respectful, collaborative family-child relationships through effective use of community and family resources.