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Math, Science, and Technology Experiences (ECED 1654)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3
Description:
This course provides an overview of cognitive and multimedia learning experiences in either home- or center-based settings. You will integrate knowledge of child development, learning environments, and teaching methods to promote curiosity, attention, perception, memory, problem-solving, logical thinking and media literacy. Must be taken A-F.
Topical Outline:
1. Foundations of Cognitive Development & Learning Theory
2. Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress
3. Current early childhood technology usage
4. Perception & Memory
5. Number Sense & Patterns
6. Spatial/Temporal Relations
Learning Outcomes:
1. Explore Foundations of Cognitive Development & Learning Theory
2. Interpret the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress for Math, Science, and Technology Experiences
3. Identify current early childhood technology usage
4. Explain & Design activity plans for Perception & Memory
5. Explain & Design activity plans for Number Sense & Patterns
6. Explain & Design activity plans for Spatial/Temporal Relations
Prerequisites:
ECED 1215 or Instructor Approval