Fieldwork with Infants and Toddlers (Observation and Experience)

Students spend the first part of this course observing infants and toddlers to become familiar with the growth and developmental stages of these children. Specific observations cover the physical, social, cognitive and emotional needs of infants and toddlers. The impact of the caregiver's ability to nurture, support and encourage and set limits is also considered. Students, under the supervision of a licensed infant/toddler teacher, take part in the daily routines, interact with the children and build competencies necessary to become a competent infant/toddler teacher.