Teaching and Diversity in Early Childhood Education - MS in Early Childhood Studies

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This specialization focuses on advancing students’ understanding of the ways diversity affects development and learning in early childhood. Students will study specific special needs as well as the impact of poverty, stress, violence, and trauma on a child’s development and well-being. This specialization will teach students the practical strategies and tools required to work with and teach young children. This includes ways to plan and implement curriculum, create caring and respectful environments, and improve developmental and learning outcomes for every child.