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ECE 311

Course ID:
Course Code & Number
ECE 311
Course Title
Early Childhood Math, Science and Technology Education
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(3+2+0) 4 TEDU Credits, 7 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
Junior
Semester:
Fall
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.

Software Usage
N/A
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
Design Content

N/A

Recommended Reading
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
Grading
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
Mobile application evaluation
Course Coordinator:
Student Workload:
WorkloadHrs
Course Readings6
Field Trips/Visits5
Hands-on Work20
Exams/Quizzes20
Resource Review10
Report on a Topic12
Case Study Analysis10
Oral Presentation10
Demonstration10
Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching: