ECEE 6000 - Guidance, Advocacy &Research

Credit Hours: 3

This course examines the rationale, value, dynamics, and categories of children’s play as defined by classical and contemporary theories. Candidates explore motor skills, cognitive abilities, creativity, social-emotional factors and issues influencing children’s play, and develop strategies for curriculum integration. Candidates plan and carry out action research projects and advocacy plans based on their research.

Prerequisite: ED 5200 and ECEE 5300