PDC #4: Analysis of Child Care Environments (Designing Environments for Learning) *ED POL 416 (UWM Catalog #) - Online - School of Continuing Education, University Of Wisconsin

	PDC #4: Analysis of Child Care Environments (Designing Environments for Learning) *ED POL 416 (UWM Catalog #)

	This is the fourth and final course in the Program Development Credential series and includes the capstone experience. Environments are both physical and cultural and are an important part of producing quality programs. They are a reflection of program philosophy and can either assist or hinder children's learning. The capstone experience involves a culminating project and portfolio that integrates knowledge and best practices gained throughout the four-course series. Explore a variety of designs for child care settings and gain an understanding of evaluation processes for environmental changes. Learn how to use the environment as a part of teaching and learning.
More ▼ ED POL 416: UWM course subject and catalog number 3 credits (undergraduate) Close ▲ Benefits and Learning Outcomes ▼ Understanding of the philosophy and culture of learning environments and how to develop environments that enhance student performance Competency in assessing environmental design and design impact on learning goals, both indoors and outdoors Understand the concept of environment as "the assistant teacher" Knowledge of regulatory requirements for environments Ability to design and equip age-appropriate indoor and outdoor spaces, including: creating a welcoming program environment; effect of environment on behavior (self-regulation); healthy environment for adults in the program (staff & families); and cultural competence within environments Close ▲
	Prerequisites PDC #1, PDC #2, and PDC #3
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