Topics in Leadership in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) The course provides an opportunity for currently enrolled interning students to understand and to integrate core concepts such as mentoring, team building, strategic planning, advocacy, communication, and inclusion of children with diverse needs, as they explore management and leadership issues in childcare systems. Students acquire information and skills through in-class discussions and presentations, reporting on experiences gained through their concurrent internship placement, and individual research and reading. Note: Written permission of the Director of Developmental Studies is required to take this course. Students are expected to take this course in the final term of their Developmental Studies program. Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and DEV-3310 | DEV-3410. Requisite Courses: DEV-3630 (must be taken previously or at the same time as this course).