CIEC 3510 Math and Science in Early Childhood Education

This course examines teaching, learning, and assessment of mathematics and science concepts in early childhood (birth through age eight). Teacher-candidates will learn how children construct knowledge and develop logical thinking in mathematics and science, with emphasis on creating developmentally appropriate curricula that integrate math and science experiences with children’s developing language and literacy skills and other content domains. Students utilize the NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) Standards, New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Mathematics and Science, and New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards to explore socio-linguistic and constructivist ways of enriching children’s math and science experiences in settings from preschool through grade three. Prerequisite(s): CIEC 2000 Co-requisite(s): CIED 3140
Credits: 3.0