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Prerequisite
PSY 100, ECE 201, ECE 210. HED 220

Course Description
An inquiry to the nature and tasks of early cognition including the social, cultural, and biological foundations of early cognitive development (from prenatal through age five).
Particular attention will be paid to recent brain research regarding individual differences, learning theory, psychological theories and research on various aspects of cognitive development.  The major themes common to the understanding of nature and nurture,  theory of mind, memory, language, assessment models, cultural representations and academic development are explored with relevance to early childhood education. Legislation and its impact on curriculum choices for young learners are surveyed.

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