Prerequisite(s): ( ECE161 and ECE161B ), or instructor consent

Corequisite(s): ( ECE162 )

Second in a sequence of Practicum courses. Taken concurrently with ECE 209 this practicum is designed to assist students in gaining experience working with young children in a laboratory or qualified preschool setting The various roles of the early childhood educator, assisting with various daily activities in a preschool program, observation/assessment, and guidance techniques are included in the course curriculum. The physical and social domains are emphasized.

This course may be taken 1 time for credit.

Prerequisite(s): ( ECE150 and ECE151 ), or instructor consent

The fourth and final pracitum designed to assist students gaining experience working with young children in a laboratory or qualified Infant/Toddler setting. Continued development of knowledge and skills in curriculum planning and implementation, observation/assessment if children in all four domains, and working with children and families are included. Self-assessment and evaluation are a primary focus included, along with a strong focus on higher level guidance techniques, working with families, and leading teaching teams.This course requires an Oregon State background check.

This course may be taken 1 time for credit.