M.Ed. Early Childhood Education
Courses
30 credit hours
1 degree option
The M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education from Concordia University, Nebraska offers the comprehensive skills, knowledge, and training that can lead successful candidates to rewarding careers in education.
Master's in Early Childhood EducationFeatured Courses
As a student in the master's in early childhood education at Concordia Nebraska, you’ ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the early childhood education profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various early childhood education careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.
EDUC 574
Early Childhood Program Organization and Management
This course focuses on organizing, planning, managing, and evaluating programs for young children. Childcare and preprimary programs are examined in light of current developmentally appropriate practice. Candidates will be introduced to the portfolio requirements for the program. (Also listed as EDUC 452)
EDUC 578
Infants and Toddlers: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Birth-3)
Emphasis on linguistic, physical, social, cognitive, moral, emotional, aesthetic development of children from birth to age three; developmentally appropriate methodology, curriculum, and assessment; family partnerships; advocacy; professionalism; resources for families of children from birth to age three.
EDUC 580
Pre-Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages 3 through 5)
Emphasis on linguistic, physical, social, cognitive, moral, emotional, aesthetic development of children from age three to age five; developmentally appropriate methodology, curriculum, and assessment; family partnerships; advocacy; professionalism; resources for families of children age three through five.
EDUC 650
Family and Culture
Family and culture are integrally connected to children’s healthy growth and development. This course equips candidates to understand the complexity of families and to develop positive reciprocal relationships which support and engage diverse families as partners to support meaningful learning experiences and build effective learning environments.
Master's in Early Childhood EducationSample Schedule of Courses
The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.
EDUC 574
Early Childhood Program Organization and Management
This course focuses on organizing, planning, managing, and evaluating programs for young children. Childcare and preprimary programs are examined in light of current developmentally appropriate practice. Candidates will be introduced to the portfolio requirements for the program. (Also listed as EDUC 452)
credits
EDUC 578
Infants and Toddlers: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Birth-3)
Emphasis on linguistic, physical, social, cognitive, moral, emotional, aesthetic development of children from birth to age three; developmentally appropriate methodology, curriculum, and assessment; family partnerships; advocacy; professionalism; resources for families of children from birth to age three.
credits
EDUC 565
The Young Child: Language and Literacy Development
A foundations course in developmental reading for teachers of younger children (ages three through grade 3), emphasizing the characteristics of young children, oral language development, developing reading interests, the integration of all language arts in the beginning reading program, and current issues in teaching the young child to read.
credits
EDUC 580
Pre-Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages 3 through 5)
Emphasis on linguistic, physical, social, cognitive, moral, emotional, aesthetic development of children from age three to age five; developmentally appropriate methodology, curriculum, and assessment; family partnerships; advocacy; professionalism; resources for families of children age three through five.
credits
EDUC 594
Research Evaluation and Design
This course emphasizes the development of skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods, and the evaluation of various forms of existing information, with emphasis on the ability to relate this information to personal professional practice
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EDUC 650
Family and Culture
Family and culture are integrally connected to children’s healthy growth and development. This course equips candidates to understand the complexity of families and to develop positive reciprocal relationships which support and engage diverse families as partners to support meaningful learning experiences and build effective learning environments.
credits
EDUC 583
Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages six through eight)
Emphasis on linguistic, physical, social, cognitive, moral, emotional, aesthetic development of children ages six through eight; developmentally appropriate methodology, curriculum, and assessment; family partnerships; advocacy; professionalism; resources for families of children from age six to eight.
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EDUC 573A
Action Research Project
In this two-part capstone course, the candidate studies and evaluates developmentally appropriate program practices to be implemented in her/his own program in a field-based supervised experience. In Part A, candidates will demonstrate substantive understanding of critical issues in the field of early childhood education. They will complete a literature review and proposal which will lead to the application of improved practice in their setting. Prerequisite: Students must complete 45 hours of approved internship prior to enrollment.
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EDUC 573B
Practical Application of the Action Research Project
In this two-part capstone course, the candidate studies and evaluates developmentally appropriate program practices to be implemented in her/his own program in a field-based supervised experience. In Part B, candidates will apply their findings from Part A to create an innovative approach which refines their own practice and promotes a higher level of quality and awareness in the field of early childhood education. Candidates will report the results in a paper.
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EDUC 625
Serving and Leading in Community and World
This course provides an in-depth examination of vocation, professional and organizational development and the ways educators, building on their personal beliefs and values, enact authentic service and leadership in a variety of contexts. Using the framework of evangelical Lutheran Christianity, participants explore, analyze and clarify, and apply vocation to their community and to the world.
credits
Total Credits
30
Early Childhood Education Faculty
As experts in early childhood education, our faculty and instructors bring years of experience to the classroom.
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