Early childhood technology programs

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Technology implementation in early childhood doesn't mean plopping kids down in front of a computer to zone out for long periods of time. In fact, we would suggest that early childhood educators avoid passive non-interactive technology. Instead, by putting interactive and engaging technology in the hands of children and their educators, we are empowering them and giving them exciting new opportunities to learn from the world around them.

We are proud to offer technology that encourages student cooperation and collaboration, as well as opportunities to create, explore, and be in control of their learning. Developmentally appropriate technology should be only a piece of the overall learning experience and should not replace excellent traditional activities. Children use their senses to learn about the world around them, and they learn in a multitude of styles. Interactive and engaging technology can reach kinesthetic, auditory and visual learners simultaneously and can enrich the overall learning experience.

Four-year-old Vivian is enthralled as she sits down with her favorite Barbie book and "reads" the book herself with her Livescribe smartpen. Her mom has pre-recorded herself reading the pages on audio dots using cut-apart Livescribe dot paper. Snack in hand, Vivian confidently peruses the entire book, laughing at all the best parts.

It is no surprise that technology has the potential to enrich the classroom learning experience. Students must meet with an advisor upon admission to the CDT program for appropriate paperwork and signatures. For information on how to become a student at MGCCC, orientation, registration, and degree programs, please call or email questions mgccc.

Harrison County Campus. Perkinston Campus. George County Center. Career Opportunities Jobs are available for all students who complete this discipline in: Public, private, corporate, or parochial early childhood education programs Public and private childcare centers Recreational and hospital childcare centers Degree Options and Requirements The Early Childhood Education Technology curriculum is a 2-year discipline that requires a minimum of 60 semester hours of course work.

Digital technologies provide one more outlet for them to demonstrate their creativity and learning Technology Tools and Interactive Media Allow children to freely explore touch screens loaded with a wide variety of developmentally appropriate interactive media experiences that are well designed and enhance feelings of success.

Capture photos of block buildings or artwork that children have created; videotape dramatic play to replay for children. Explore digital storytelling with children.