In this course you will learn to:

• Differentiate between various types of programs for infant and toddlers
• Demonstrate understanding of licensing standards of infant and toddler care
• Develop appropriate indoor and outdoor environments for infants and toddlers
• Create activities for infants and toddles which reflect understanding of developmental stages and issues
• Evaluate various types of equipment for appropriateness and value to infant and toddler development
• Track and communicate a child's progress
• Recognize role of attachment in caregiving

Reccomended preparation:  CD 101, 110, 123 and English 200

Assignments for this course include:

• Reading of our textbook and other assigned supplemental materials
• Assignments in the companion workbook
• Program observations
• Program evaluations
• Written activity plans
• Toy and material evaluations
• Research project
• midterm and final exam

Required texts:

Gonzalez-Mena, Infants, Toddlers and Caregivers, 7th Edition and companion guide, ISBN13-978-0-07-313129-0

Butterfield, Emotional Connections, ISBN 0-943657-64-4

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