This course explores the role of creative arts, music, and movement in early childhood from birth through grade 3. Students will examine how these domains support cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development. Emphasis is placed on inclusive, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate practices, integrated curriculum planning, and creating environments that foster creativity and expression. Students will gain practical tools to support artistic expression and motor development across diverse early learning settings.
Course Learning Outcomes
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Document knowledge and understanding of essential aspects of NAEYC professional standards and competency areas with a focus on birth through age eight.
InquiryInformation Literacy,DocumentationLevelExpert -
Incorporate pedagogical content knowledge, theoretical perspectives, and assessment practices by applying, expanding, and integrating knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from birth to age 8.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Qualitative ReasoningInquiryDocumentationLevelExpert
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Incorporate pedagogical content knowledge, theoretical perspectives, and assessment practices by applying, expanding, and integrating knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from birth to age 8.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Qualitative ReasoningInquiryDocumentationLevelExpert -
Design developmentally appropriate early learning environments that support learning for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingLevelExpert -
Plan and provide learning experiences with appropriate supporting educational materials for young children in the four Early Childhood settings: infant/toddler program, family/home childcare program, preschool program and kindergarten, 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade classroom.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingCommunicationOral Expression,Written ExpressionLevelExpert
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Incorporate pedagogical content knowledge, theoretical perspectives, and assessment practices by applying, expanding, and integrating knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from birth to age 8.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Qualitative ReasoningInquiryDocumentationLevelExpert -
Design developmentally appropriate early learning environments that support learning for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingLevelExpert -
Plan and provide learning experiences with appropriate supporting educational materials for young children in the four Early Childhood settings: infant/toddler program, family/home childcare program, preschool program and kindergarten, 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade classroom.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingCommunicationOral Expression,Written ExpressionLevelExpert -
Identify, use, and refer individuals to credible professional resources to better serve children and families who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
Problem SolvingQualitative ReasoningInquiryInformation LiteracyLevelExpert
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Incorporate pedagogical content knowledge, theoretical perspectives, and assessment practices by applying, expanding, and integrating knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from birth to age 8.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Qualitative ReasoningInquiryDocumentationLevelExpert -
Design developmentally appropriate early learning environments that support learning for children who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingLevelExpert -
Plan and provide learning experiences with appropriate supporting educational materials for young children in the four Early Childhood settings: infant/toddler program, family/home childcare program, preschool program and kindergarten, 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade classroom.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingCommunicationOral Expression,Written ExpressionLevelExpert
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Document knowledge and understanding of essential aspects of NAEYC professional standards and competency areas with a focus on birth through age eight.
InquiryInformation Literacy,DocumentationLevelExpert -
Incorporate pedagogical content knowledge, theoretical perspectives, and assessment practices by applying, expanding, and integrating knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children from birth to age 8.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Qualitative ReasoningInquiryDocumentationLevelExpert -
Plan and provide learning experiences with appropriate supporting educational materials for young children in the four Early Childhood settings: infant/toddler program, family/home childcare program, preschool program and kindergarten, 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade classroom.
Problem SolvingCritical Thinking,Creative ThinkingCommunicationOral Expression,Written ExpressionLevelExpert -
Identify, use, and refer individuals to credible professional resources to better serve children and families who are culturally, linguistically, and ability diverse.
Problem SolvingQualitative ReasoningInquiryInformation LiteracyLevelExpert
Core Topics
- Developmental Foundations of the Arts and Physical Movement
- Creative Process and Artistic Thinking
- Integration of Arts and Learning
- Teacher Roles in Supporting the Arts and Movement
- Inclusive and Culturally Responsive Arts Practices
- Integrated Arts and Movement Curriculum Design
- Creative Dramatics and Dramatic Play
- Environments and Materials that Foster Creativity
- Family and Community Connections