This is a unique opportunity for entry level Limited English Proficient students interested

in Early Childhood Education to enroll in ECE courses and increase their knowledge and

understanding of young children and their families. The course is entitled "ECE 120,

Child Growth and Development for Early Childhood Educators." It takes place over three

weeks in the summer. It is an intensive three unit course offered on campus, four days a

week for four hours in the evening from 5:30 to 9:30. Course topics include:

developmental stages of young children, observation skills, and cultural, gender, class,

and racial influences

This course is taught in English, but is designed to provide a format for students to

process the information learned in English using their first language. A bilingual

tutor/aide, working with the course instructor, is available to students while they are

participating in activities and during review time. This allows them to confirm and repeat

back the issues covered in the class using their first language. This support helps make

sure class content is not missed or misunderstood due to limited language skills and

builds student confidence and comprehension.

Feedback from students has been very positive and many have continued their enrollment

in Early Childhood Education courses.

Department

721 Cliff Dr.

Santa Barbara, CA 93109

(805) 965-0581 x2859, smithj@sbcc.edu