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ECE 457 - Working with Families in Early Childhood Education

The purpose of this course is to provide theory, principles, and procedures for fostering collaborative partnerships with families of young children, with a focus on empowerment of families, and professionals. Course content focuses on historical and legal foundations, contemporary frameworks, effective communication methods, and consideration of a variety of contemporary issues affecting family–professional partnerships. In addition, examination of cultural and other types of diversity between families and professionals will be emphasized. These issues will be presented within a framework of school, community, and society perspectives.

Credits 3
Prerequisites ECE 299 , Attempted PPST or Praxis core, 2.75 GPA.