Grand Canyon University The College of Education 9 courses 36 total credits
(Initial Program–Does Not Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure) Grand Canyon University's Master of Education in Early Childhood Education NITL program is designed for students seeking information in the field of early childhood education. The format and courses of this regionally accredited program include instructional strategies, Montessori and other teaching methodologies, assessment techniques, theories of early childhood growth and development, and the effect of family and cultural diversity on early childhood. Courses are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of early childhood education, and educational psychology. All courses are directly aligned with standards from the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program, but particularly in early childhood field experiences that guide students through 118 hours of observational and practice-based experiences (36 credits). This program does not lead to licensure.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECS-575 | Early Childhood Phonics and Science of Reading Development | 3 |
| Total | 3 credits | |
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECE-602 | Managing and Guiding a Positive Early Childhood Environment | 3 |
| ECE-550 | Literacy Intervention and Remediation | 3 |
| Total | 3 credits | |
Studies, and Arts
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECE-660 | Early Childhood Instructional Methodologies: STEM | 3 |
| Total Studies, and Arts | 36 credits | |
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