Early Childhood Education - Working with Diverse Families and Children

Working with Diverse Families and Children (ECED 1505)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 3.00

Description: This course examines how to work with many types of families. You will investigate the importance of family/school partnerships, study methods of effectively communicating with families, and identify community organizations and networks that support families. You will explore various classroom strategies emphasizing culturally and linguistically appropriate antibias approaches supporting all children in becoming competent members of a diverse society. Must be taken A-F.

Topical Outline:

Learning Outcomes:
1. 1. Assess own culture and personal values
2. 2. Analyze characteristics of families
3. 3. Evaluate parent involvement techniques
4. 4. Identify positive communication and conflict resolution techniques with families
5. 5. Examine strategies for working with families from diverse backgrounds
6. 6. Identify community resources

Prerequisites: 

ECED 1300 or instructor approval.