The Department of Early Childhood
Education is dedicated to the advancement of early childhood education by
nurturing professionals with strong competencies in curriculum development and
child care. Emphasizing both humanistic and artistic literacy, we aim to
cultivate well-rounded educators and leaders equipped to meet the evolving
needs of young learners and the broader educational community.
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Cultivation Goals
To cultivate professionals in early
childhood education with in-depth expertise in curriculum planning,
instruction, and child care, alongside a solid foundation in humanistic and
artistic literacy.
To develop leaders and
administrators for the early childhood education sector, as well as
professionals for related cultural and educational industries.
To train educators and researchers
in early childhood education who can contribute to vocational high schools,
colleges, and universities.
To enhance research in early
childhood education and child development in Taiwan, while promoting
interdisciplinary and international academic exchange.
To support the ongoing professional
development of early childhood educators, improving their teaching practices
and research capabilities.
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Educational Objectives
To prepare qualified professionals
in early childhood education and care.
To cultivate skilled talent to meet
the needs of the early childhood education industry.
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Core Competencies
Graduates of the program are
expected to possess the following core competencies:
A solid grounding in educational
philosophy to inform and evaluate teaching practices.
The ability to design and implement
integrated curricula and instructional activities tailored to the developmental
needs of young children.
The capacity to incorporate
humanistic and artistic literacy into curriculum planning and activity design.
The skills to create and manage
developmentally appropriate learning environments.
Proficiency in employing diverse and
effective assessment strategies.
Classroom management skills that
support child-centered, interactive learning relationships.
The ability to foster strong
home–school partnerships, supporting parents in understanding and engaging with
their children’s learning and development.
A commitment to innovation and
lifelong learning, aimed at enhancing instructional effectiveness and
educational quality.
A reflective, compassionate, and
dedicated approach to holistic education, grounded in a deep sense of
humanistic care and professional responsibility.