2014-2015 Catalog

ECED 1240 Preschool- and School-Age Practicum

0.0 - 9.0 - 3.0

Prerequisite

(4) ECED 1110; ECED 1120; ECED 1050; and ECED 1221

Corequisite

ECED 1230

Course Description

Students work with preschool- and school-age children on a weekly basis and become familiar with the daily routine of programs serving these ages. Basic skills include developmentally appropriate interactions, supporting caregiver plans, and fostering development. Students spend 45 hours with the preschool-age children and 45 hours with school-age children and plan a few experiences appropriate for this age group. Students are required to attend bi-monthly one-hour seminar sessions with the assigned instructor. NOTE: The corequisite ECED 1230 can be taken concurrently or previously completed. Students enrolling in the ECED practica should follow the procedures on the Early Childhood Practicum website at www.mccneb.edu/ecp.