Course · ECE 262

Learning Environments for the Young Child

A this discipline course at Arizona Christian University.

Credits
1 Credit
Level
Undergraduate
Format
Lecture + discussion
Typical Terms
Spring

Course Description

This course explores research regarding learning environments. It will include consideration of children's ages and developmental characteristics as well as the role of play in children's learning. Knowledge of how to construct integrated learning experiences that reflect learning standards using children's interests and experiences to strengthen the learning will be taught. NAEYC Standards and Arizona Early Learning Standards will be the focus. Spring semester only.

Taught By

Offered 2026-2027: Spring 1.

Rita Robinson

2026-2027: Spring 1

Prerequisites

  • See Catalog Prerequisite Notes

Corequisites

  • None

Learning Outcomes

1

Engage the Course Material

Build a working understanding of learning environments for the young child as the course's central subject.

2

Apply Discipline Methods

Use the methods, vocabulary, and frameworks of the discipline to address course problems.

3

Connect Course Content

Connect this course's content to broader work in the discipline and related fields.

4

Demonstrate Course Competencies

Demonstrate the specific competencies the course is designed to develop.

Biblical Worldview Connection

A Biblical Worldview treats the work of mathematics and teaching as careful, honest engagement with what's true and with the students who learn from it.

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