EDCI 421

Origins, Influences and Trends in Early Education Programs

Units: 1.5, Hours: 3-0

An examination of how historical, philosophical, developmental, political and sociological factors determine today's programs for preschool, daycare, kindergarten and primary. This course addresses the questions: Where do early childhood programs come from? Why is there such variety in programs for children and families? and What can we learn from other programs and other countries?

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 421, ED-B 440.

Formerly: ED-B 440

Pre- or corequisites: ED-B 339 or EDCI 321 or permission of the instructor.

Undergraduate course offered by the Faculty of Education.