ECE 457

Working with Families in Early Childhood Education

The purpose of this course is to provide theory, principles, and procedures for fostering collaborative partnerships with families of young children, with a focus on empowerment of families, and professionals. Course content focuses on historical and legal foundations, contemporary frameworks, effective communication methods, and consideration of a variety of contemporary issues affecting familyprofessional partnerships. In addition, examination of cultural and other types of diversity between families and professionals will be emphasized. These issues will be presented within a framework of school, community, and society perspectives

Units: 3.0