Philosophies of ECE
Course Information
This course encourages students to examine various philosophical approaches to early childhood education with a view to developing and stating their own philosophy. The course content addresses both historical and current factors in the development of theoretical perspectives. It focuses on comparing and contrasting some theories which differ dramatically in their approaches to early education.
Intake W26 SEM
Start Date Jan 13 / 2026
End Date Apr 21 / 2026
Prerequisite(s):
ECE Introduction, Child Development II, Guidance of the Young Child and Field Placement I
Computer Software Requirements:
n/a
Chats:
No
Group Work:
No
Registering college code:
DU-ECE4380
Host college code:
DU-ECE4380
How to register
You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone. When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001). For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-schools/centre-for-professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register-2
Contact
Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca
2000 Simcoe Street NorthOshawa, ON
L1H 7L7
Phone : (905) 721-3052