EDU 823 - Science and Mathematics in Early Childhood Education

3 Credit(s) This course will explore ways of enhancing children’s natural tendencies to observe, explore and discover the world around them. Students will design engaging integrated mathematics and science experiences that support and nurture these tendencies as they establish a sound foundation for the wonder of and enthusiasm for math and science. Students will practice a variety of assessment techniques that will inform their instruction as they take children’s diversity of prior experiences, cultures, background and abilities. Three lecture hours per week. Requires 25 hours of field-based pre-practicu experience.