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2025 Spring > UGRD > ECHD > ECHD 221

Supporting Young Children's Social Interactions and Emotional Growth

Course #: ECHD 221

Description:
In this course students will look at the relationship of physical space, time, curriculum and instruction in creating the positive and effective learning environments for young children, birth to age 12. Introducing practical principles and techniques for providing developmentally appropriate guidance for all children, emphasis is placed on encouraging self-esteem, cultural awareness, effective communication skills, direct/indirect techniques/strategies and observation to understand the underlying causes of behavior. Upon completion, students will demonstrate appropriate interactions with children and families and promote conflict resolution, self-control, self-motivation, and self-esteem in children.
Pre Requisites:
Pre-Req/Co-Req: ECHD 201 and ECHD 211 or PSYCH 241

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 7563 TuTh
11:00 - 12:15 pm
De Jesus Acevedo,Jessica Wheatley W01-0010
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 24
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites: Pre-Req/Co-Req: ECHD 201 and ECHD 211 or PSYCH 241
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