Oct 23, 2026  
Palo Verde College 2026-2027 Catalog 
    
Palo Verde College 2026-2027 Catalog

NBE 131 - Music for Early Childhood Education


Description: This course will provide the student with basic skills and techniques for using instruments, records, songs, and rhythmic movement with young children. Creation of a curriculum to utilize the child’s need for a balance of musical activities appropriate to their development will be explored. Previous music experience not required. This course is offered as pass/no pass.

Transferable
Not transferable

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Develop a file and repertoire of songs and movements for young children
  2. Develop curriculum plans that utilize principles of language development, children’s literature, child development and are networked throughout the child’s experience


Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 54
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 3