Maricopa Community Colleges  ECH236   19886-19995 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  04/14/87  
ECH236      19886-19995 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Preschool Learning Materials
Design aspects of traditional early childhood play materials examined for teaching/learning potential. Includes design, production, and field-testing of teacher-made devices. Prerequisites: None.
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
ECH236   19886-19995 Preschool Learning Materials
1. Identify and describe the contributions of Maria Montessori to the design of educational play materials. (I)
2. Explain the distinction between sensory and symbolic play, and describe its developmental significance as suggested by Piaget. (II)
3. Describe and explain the relationship of play to learning at the preschool level of development. (II)
4. Explain how traditional play materials furthur development in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains of learning. (III)
5. Describe safety and durability features which must be considered when purchasing preschool materials. (IV)
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ECH236   19886-19995 Preschool Learning Materials
    I. "Educational Toy"
        A. Historic roots
        B. Montesorri
      II. Developmental Stages
          A. Piaget-Content
          B. Interactional Play
        III. Domains of Learning
            A. Cognitive
              1. Concepts
              2. Problem-solving
              3. Imagination
            B. Psychomotor
              1. Gross motor
              2. Fine motor
            C. Affective
              1. Social skills
              2. Self concept
              3. Emotional
              4. Expressiveness
              5. Conflict resolution
              6. Cooperation
          IV. Consideration of the Marketplace
              A. Cost and Durability
              B. Safety and Developmental Behaviors
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