ECH 402 - Diverse Programming in Early Childhood Environments

This is a distance-learning course designed for the early childhood educator interested in learning how to incorporate diversity and multiculturalism into the classroom with an emphasis on curriculum building. Students will study the reality of increasing diversity within the classroom setting including issues relating to class, ethnicity, religion, exceptionality, gender and language. Included in the analysis of diversity will be how to move beyond cultural stereotyping using diversity as a caregiving and teaching strategy. Students will have the opportunity to emerge with a deeper understanding of multiculturalism and how to integrate meaningful diversity into their lesson plans. Course Typically Offered: Varies.

Prerequisite(s): Regular access to a computer, high speed internet, and basic computer skills as defined by the instructor; Candidacy, practicing educator, cohort member, or permission of the instructor.

Credits: 4