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ECED 2040

Family Dynamics and Community Involvement

3 semester hours

Course Description:

      The role of the family and community in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the child in a diverse society.  Includes benefits of and strategies for developing positive, reciprocal relationships with families in an early childhood setting ages birth to nine.  Field experiences required.  (Pre-requisite: ECED 2015)

 Course Outcomes:

      The student will:

·        Know about diverse family and community characteristics.

·        Know and understand the benefits of reciprocal, positive relationships with families.

·        Recognize the personal characteristics required for effective parent-teacher relationships.

·        Develop and evaluate a variety of appropriate strategies that promote communication, family involvement, and participation.

·        Demonstrate sensitivity to differences in family structures and social and cultural backgrounds.

·        Demonstrate understanding of the importance of empowering and supporting families in their parenting role.

·        Use documentation to promote families’ understanding of child development and learning.

·        Understand the importance of effective communication with other professionals concerned with children and agencies in the larger community.

·        Understand and use the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct to analyze ethical dilemmas in relation to working with families.

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