Course Code & Number
ECE 311
Course Title
Early Childhood Math, Science and Technology Education
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(3+2+0) 4 TEDU Credits, 7 ECTS Credits
Type of Course:
Compulsory
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite:
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Development of math, science and technology concepts in young children. Development of problem solving, critical thinking, inquiry, observation skills. Teaching fundamental math, science and technology concepts to young children. Math, science and technology tools and materials for early childhood teaching. Design of early childhood math, science and technology learning environments. Assessment of math, science and technology learning.
Course Objectives
To comprehend the basic concepts related to science, maths and technology during early years and development stages of early science and maths learning; to design activities, tools and environment appropriate for science and maths education of preschoolers using technology.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon succesful completion of this course, a student will be able to
1. explain the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of early childhood math, science and technology education
2. develop developmentally appropriate math, science and technology curriculum and instructional plans in early childhood education
3. utilize appropriate instructional strategies for teaching math, science and technology to young children
4. design appropriate math, science and technology learning experiences and environments for young children
5. use appropriate assessment tools and techniques to evaluate young children’s understanding of math, science and technology concepts and their math, science and technology skills
6. exhibit knowledge of how to use resources, materials, media, and technology to implement a early childhood math and science education program
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Telling/Explaining
Discussion/Debate
Questioning
Reading
Peer Teaching
Demonstrating
Problem Solving
Inquiry
Collaborating
Case Study/Scenarion Analysis
Video Presentations
Oral Presentations/Reports
Concept Mapping
Brainstorming
Drama/Roleplaying
Field Trips
Hands-on Activities
Web Searching
Others
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Test / Exam
Self Evaluation
Peer Evaluation
Portfolio
Presentation (Oral/Poster)
Others
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Research Report
Required Reading
1. Charlesworth, R. & Lind, K. K. (2010). Math and science for young children. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.
2. American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (1999). Dialogue on early childhood science, mathematics and technology education. Washington, DC: AAAS
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
Mobile application evaluation
Student Workload:
| Workload |
Hrs |
| Course Readings |
6 |
| Field Trips/Visits |
5 |
| Hands-on Work |
20 |
| Exams/Quizzes |
20 |
| Resource Review |
10 |
| Report on a Topic |
12 |
| Case Study Analysis |
10 |
| Oral Presentation |
10 |
| Demonstration |
10 |
Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching:
