Rhode Island College M.Ed. in Early Childhood

Rhode Island College M.Ed. in Early Childhood The M.Ed. in Early Childhood prepares early childhood educators for leadership positions in the field. This page provides program information and links

in Early Childhood Education prepares early childhood educators for leadership positions in the field. This program emphasizes an understanding and commitment to the importance of the early years from Birth to age 8. Children’s optimal development and learning is strongly advocated for, as well as the role of research as critical to a strong knowledge of theory and practice. Cultural competence is

intrinsic to the program. Each child/learner is considered and respected as a unique individual who is a member of a group from a unique family configuration that is embedded in a unique social/cultural context. The program embraces professional dispositions, values, and professional ethics that encompass reflective practitioners who value life long learning, technological competency, collaboration, professionalism, and excellence through equity, diversity, and social advocacy in the field of early childhood education. Within the M.Ed. program in early childhood education, teaching and learning includes the preparation of meaningful curriculum that connects with children and families, uses developmentally effective approaches, understands content knowledge in early education and promotes comprehensive developmental and learning outcomes for all children through reflective practice, pedagogy, knowledge, diversity, assessment, and professionalism. Families are valued as partners in the educational process. Collaborative community, school, and family relationships and interrelationships are highly valued and viewed as integral parts of the learning process. Ethical guidelines and professional standards provide a framework for practice. Advocacy for young children and their families, early care and education programs, educational policies and practices is a valued goal for all early childhood education professionals and leaders within the program. The early childhood education program is committed to preparing early childhood professionals and leaders who value knowledge, research, and learning with ethical principles and professionalism. A respect for diversity and collaboration with others are nurtured and supported. Democracy, social justice, and equity for all are valued. The program promotes excellence for all learners, students, and families with full access to learning and knowledge within a context of cultural and linguistic diversity, anti-bias education, and cultural competence. Constructivist pedagogy, reflective practice, and professionalism are highly valued. For early childhood education professionals and leaders, a deep understanding of how children grow, develop, and learn includes knowledge of learning as a developmental process within a constructivist framework of hands-on learning and respect for the diversity of every child’s culture, learning styles, and language.

Join us online at Rhode Island College Early Childhood Education Graduate ProgramSpring 2022 Graduate Course Offerings ...
01/22/2022

Join us online at Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program
Spring 2022 Graduate Course Offerings

ECED 503: Infants and Toddlers in Early Care and Education Programs
Mondays, Hybrid/Online Synchronous
Call number for registration purposes: 22091
Components of quality group care for infants and toddlers are analyzed. Topics include professional responsibilities, health and safety routines, appropriate materials and environments, and legal issues for childcare providers.

ECED 505: Early Childhood Education and Development Issues
Thursday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Hybrid
Call number for registration purposes: 22208
Foster an in-depth understanding from various theoretical perspectives and issues of young children’s educational, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development by focusing on typical and atypical growth, multicultural contexts, and characteristics.

ECED 661: Directing Early Care and Education Programs
Wednesdays, Hybrid/Online Synchronous
Call number for registration purposes: 22209
Analyze quality early care and education programs and the administrative functions to maintain and improve programs. Topics include staff training, supervision, licensing, and budgeting.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu
For further information, please contact Dr. McGuire-Schwartz at
[email protected]

Rhode Island College Fall 2021 Early Childhood Education Graduate Program Graduate OfferingsECED 502: Curriculum, D...
07/28/2021

Rhode Island College Fall 2021
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program Graduate Offerings
ECED 502: Curriculum, Developmental Play, & Programs Thursday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Hybrid/Online. Call number for registration purposes: 11150. Development and content of curriculum and trends in research for early care and education through primary grades are examined.

ECED 509: Emergent Literacy: Infants through Grade Two
Online, TBA, Call number for registration purposes: 12576
Students learn how to help young children acquire an interest in reading and learn the necessary concepts concerning print and books.

ECED 662: Seminar in Early Childhood Education Research Wednesday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Hybrid/Online
Call number for registration purposes: 10499
Students gain increased professional knowledge and competencies in finding, assessing, applying, and presenting data related to selected major topics in the field of early childhood education. The creation and defense of a major paper and a small-scale research study are required.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu For information, please contact Dr. McGuire-Schwartz at [email protected]

April 10–16, 2021
04/08/2021

April 10–16, 2021

04/08/2021

Early Childhood Educators

Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program Graduate Offerings
Fall 2021
ECED 502: Curriculum, Developmental Play, & Programs Thursday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Hybrid/Online
Call number for registration purposes: 11150 Development and content of curriculum and trends in research for early care and education through primary grades are examined.
ECED 662: Seminar in Early Childhood Education Research Wednesday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Hybrid/Online
Call number for registration purposes: 10499
Students gain increased professional knowledge and competencies in finding, assessing, applying, and presenting data related to selected major topics in the field of early childhood education. The creation and defense of a major paper and a small-scale research study are required.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu For information, please contact Dr. McGuire-Schwartz at [email protected]

Rhode Island CollegeEarly Childhood Education Graduate Program Graduate OfferingSummer Session I 2021ECED 503: Infants a...
04/08/2021

Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program Graduate Offering
Summer Session I 2021
ECED 503: Infants and Toddlers in Early Care and Education Programs
Thursday - TBA (Online)
Call number for registration purposes: 30376
Components of quality group care for infants and toddlers are analyzed. Topics include professional responsibilities, health and safety routines, appropriate materials and environments, and legal issues for childcare providers.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu For further information, please contact Dr. McGuire-Schwartz at [email protected]

01/17/2021

Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program

Graduate Offerings
Spring 2021

ECED 661: Directing Early Care and Education Programs
Tuesday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Online Synchronous
Call number for registration purposes: 22501
Analyze quality early care and education programs and the administrative functions to maintain and improve programs. Topics include staff training, supervision, licensing, and budgeting.

ECED 512: Working with Families: Building Home-School Partnerships
Wednesday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Online Synchronous
Call number for registration purposes: 22500
Develop an understanding of parenting, working with families within diverse multicultural, sociocultural contexts and building school, community, and family partnerships.

ECED 505: Early Childhood Education and Development Issues
Thursday, 4:00-6:50 PM, Online Synchronous
Call number for registration purposes: 22499
Foster an in-depth understanding from various theoretical perspectives and issues of young children’s educational, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development by focusing on typical and atypical growth, multicultural contexts, and characteristics.

ECED 509: Emergent Literacy- Infants through Grade Two
TBA, Online Asynchronous
Call number for registration purposes:21857
Students learn how to help young children acquire an interest in reading and learn the necessary concepts concerning print and books.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu - contact [email protected]

Rhode Island CollegeEarly Childhood Education Graduate ProgramGraduate Offering, Fall 2020, 8/31 - 12/14/20ECED 502: Cur...
07/28/2020

Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program
Graduate Offering, Fall 2020, 8/31 - 12/14/20
ECED 502: Curriculum, Developmental Play, & Programs
Thursdays, Online (TBA)
Call number for registration purposes: 11372
Development and content of early childhood curriculum and trends in research for early care and education through primary grades are examined.
Registration Process
All students register for classes via the web through MyRIC. For answers regarding general registration issues, call the Records Office at 456-8213.

Rhode Island College Early Childhood Education Graduate ProgramGraduate Offering Summer Session I 2020Begins May 18, 20...
05/11/2020

Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program
Graduate Offering
Summer Session I 2020
Begins May 18, 2020
ECED 503: Infants and Toddlers in Early Care and Education Programs -
Thursday - TBA (Online)
Call number for registration purposes: 30485

Components of quality group care for infants and toddlers are analyzed. Topics include professional responsibilities, health and safety routines, appropriate materials and environments, and legal issues for child care providers.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu For further information, please contact Dr. McGuire-Schwartz at [email protected]

Rhode Island College Early Childhood Education Graduate ProgramGraduate Offering Summer Session I 2020Begins May 18, 20...
05/11/2020

Rhode Island College
Early Childhood Education Graduate Program
Graduate Offering
Summer Session I 2020
Begins May 18, 2020
ECED 503: Infants and Toddlers in Early Care and Education Programs
Thursday - TBA (Online)
Call number for registration purposes: 30485

Components of quality group care for infants and toddlers are analyzed. Topics include professional responsibilities, health and safety routines, appropriate materials and environments, and legal issues for child care providers.

Register on-line at www.ric.edu For further information, please contact Dr. McGuire-Schwartz at [email protected]

01/14/2020

Spring 2020
Courses Begin
January 21, 2020

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