CDEV 355

Teaching Math and Science to Young Children

An exploration of principles, methods, and materials for teaching young children math and science concepts through discovery and play. Emphasis is on research-based and developmentally appropriate practices for teaching infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary children. Includes the teaching of exceptional children mainstreamed in classrooms, the use of technology to teach math and science, and assessment of learning. Includes field experience of 15 hours. $40 lab fee applicable to main campus day only.

Units: 3.0