ECE 341 Early Intervention and Screening for Infants & Toddlers

This course takes a relationship-based, developmental approach to using observation and information about the child to perform assessments of infant/toddler behavior within identified contexts. The development of collaborative relationships with families to share in the information is central to the course. Students gain experience in screening and authentic assessment, including the appropriate use of standardized tests and criterion-referenced tools. Also examined is the potential for various interventions and improving outcomes for children and their families. Teacher candidates will research and evaluate current intervention programs, and will investigate the impact of intervention programs within families, child care programs and communities. Twenty hours of field work is required for this course. Pre-requisite(s): EDU 299 and ECE 301. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours