Practicum II

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Duration: 3 weeks

Hours: 125

Description

Practicum II (3 weeks) develops and expands on the knowledge and skills learned in Practicums 1 and 2. Students must complete 125 hours in a licensed group day care facility for children 3-5 years of age over a three-week period. This can be the same facility as Practicum Two, or a different facility. During this period, as with Practicum Two, students will be required to demonstrate competencies through videotaping. The early childhood educator is both a teacher and a student of young children. In this practicum students will grow in their appreciation and understanding of the uniqueness of each child and family. Students will become aware of the child as an integral part of his/her family and its cultural heritage. Every student is also unique and is responsible for her own learning path. By the end of the practicum, students will evaluate their own competencies and have a clear idea of their strengths and challenges. This knowledge will serve to guide each student's further learning in the field of early childhood education.

Objectives

• Plan and implement activities that promote the growth and development of young children
• Use effective guidance strategies with individuals and groups of children
• Demonstrate the ability to facilitate children's growth and development by enriching their play activities
• Demonstrate an ability to work as a team member
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with staff, children and families
• Demonstrate knowledge of community resources