Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 College Catalog 
    
2026-2027 College Catalog

ECE 265 - Early Childhood Curriculum


3 Credit Hour(s)
3 Lecture Hour(s)
0 Lab Hours(s)
This course teaches the principles involved in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children. The course focuses on relationships among developmental theory, philosophy and reflective practice. Development of curriculum based on the individual needs and interests of young children and the analysis of a wide range of early childhood curriculum models is emphasized. Course content also includes writing lesson plans, classroom management, observing and documenting the child’s progress and meeting Illinois Learning Standards.