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Practical experiences with young children are an important part of training teachers. Beginning at the freshman level, professional training is integrated with the general studies curriculum to allow maximum time for professional growth. In lower division courses, students observe in diverse educational settings. In upper division courses, students gain first hand experience working with children, their parents, and professionals in related fields. The sites for these experiences include:
The Early Childhood Education curriculum is approved by the Tennessee State Department of Education and NCATE. The Child Development Center is accredited by NAEYC. |
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The Early Childhood Education program prepares majors to teach children from three years of age through third grade. Graduates of this program are eligible for a PreK-3rd teaching license from the Tennessee Department of Education. The course of study includes children from conception through middle childhood, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development. Students will cultivate a broad educational background through completion of the university general studies requirements and human development courses. However, most of the curriculum will be in child development and education to allow acquisition of knowledge and skills in the areas of child growth and development, early childhood educational models, processes by which children learn, developmentally appropriate practice, family life cycle stages, and parenting. Most importantly, students increase their ability to form relationships with children, and motivate them to learn. 
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