Early Childhood Studies Track (On-Campus Courses)

The early childhood studies track includes coursework focused on the practice of early childhood education, intervention, and service provision. Coursework (see below) includes a focus on early childhood curriculum, child development, and effective early childhood instructional methods. An applicant who chooses this program track may plan to pursue a future doctorate, may intend to engage in coaching with teachers or parents, or may endeavor to become a better teacher or administrator. This program has a focus on birth through kindergarten.

Fall Year 1

• EEC 6205 – Early Childhood Curriculum
• EEC 6933 – Special Topics (or Child Development Course)
• EEC 6905 – Practicum in Early Childhood
• EEC 6933 – Early Childhood Seminar for MAE & Doctoral Students

Spring Year 1

• EEC 6933 – Instructional Methods for Young Children
• EDF 6403 – Quantitative Foundation of Educational Research

Summer Year 1

• Elective or Early Childhood  Specialization Courses

Fall Year 2

• EEC 6933 – Families & Diversity in Early Childhood Studies
• EEX 6971 – Thesis or EEX 6905 – Project Research
• Elective or Early Childhood Specialization Course

Spring Year 2

• EEC 7056 – Policy & Advocacy in Early Childhood Studies
• EEC 6933 – Early Childhood Assessment & Evaluation
• EEX 6971 – Thesis or EEX 6905 – Project Research