Foundations in Early Childhood Care (CHLD 101)

Term: 2025-2026 Summer Session

Faculty

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Dan Hall's Contact and Student Hours Information

Preferred Contact Method: dan.hall@baycollege.edu

Office phone extension: 4034

Office: CB 210

Student Hours:

Mondays: Online 11:30am – 12:30pm Eastern Time

Tuesdays: Online 11:30am - 1:00pm | In Person 2:45pm – 4:15pm Eastern Time

Wednesdays: Online 11:30am – 12:30pm Eastern Time

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Schedule

Wed, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (5/18/2026 - 6/26/2026) Location: ONLIN WEB WEB

Description

This course will introduce students to early childhood care and education, including historical and multicultural perspectives. The foundational principles of learning and development for children ages birth to 8, with a full range of diverse abilities, will be shared. Students will be introduced to authentic assessment of learning and development, the curriculum development process, and intentional teaching strategies. Students will reflect on the importance of building partnerships with families and professional colleagues, guiding young children through social-emotional growth and development, and using Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) in every aspect of our work with young children and families.

This course meets the Council for Professional Recognition CDA Subject Areas, 1-4.