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3.00 Credits
This course will address two major questions: (1) what are the causes of recessions, unemployment and inflation; and (2) what can governments do to combat business cycles and reduce unemployment? Topics covered include: fiscal policy, federal debt, monetary policy, and the Federal Reserve System. We will also look at the impact of international trade and the balance of payments. It is recommended that the student take this before EC 202. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course presents techniques for stimulating creative experiences for young children in art, music and movement. Direct participation with varied media is included to demonstrate appropriate programming for young children. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course presents the purposes of early childhood education, major theories, and models of significant early childhood programs and current issues affecting the field. Students explore developmentally appropriate practices for early childhood education programs and participate in 12 hours of field study. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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4.00 Credits
An examination of the historical, cultural, and philosophical foundations of education in the United States from the 1700's to the present. The purposes and organization of the delivery of schooling will be discussed and contemporary topics in education explored, including the roles of the American school in a democratic, multicultural society. The course is designed to help students decide whether the teaching profession is suited to their individual interests and abilities. A three hour field study in schools is required each week in addition to lecture hours. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 4 credits
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite or co-requisite: PS 222. This course develops skills for creating appropriate learning environments for young children. Students plan and prepare activities in specialized curriculum areas including science, social studies, math, health and nutrition, and language arts for individual children and groups. Additional curriculum planning topics include identifying and planning for individual needs and interests, assessment, providing for a range of abilities, incorporating multicultural and nonsexist elements, incorporating play in learning, and the role of family communication. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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1.00 Credits
This course discusses the role of the computer and other forms of technology in the early childhood classroom. Students will learn developmentally appropriate computer use for children. Students will investigate current children's software, plan a curriculum that integrates computer experiences and identify appropriate resources for the early childhood teacher. Lecture: 1 hour per week. 1 credit
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3.00 Credits
This course acquaints participants with critical elements in establishing and operating a childcare center. It will explore state regulations, staff relationships, business practices, parent contacts, and community relationships. This course meets the requirements of the Department of Early Childhood Education and Care for the Director I Certificate. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Examination of the specialized needs of infants and toddlers with regard to intelligence, language development, nutrition, motor and social abilities, and parent-child relations. Types of programs serving infants, toddlers and their families, focusing on the design of optimum environments and curricula, will be studied. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course assists the Early Childhood Educator in understanding the behavior of young children and developing methods and strategies to optimize classroom communication and successful learning. Lecture: 3 hours per week. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: PS 222; Prerequisite or co-requisite: ED 203. This practicum is a supervised field work experience in an early childhood education setting, such as a child care center, nursery school, kindergarten class, early elementary classroom, infant/toddler program or special needs program. Students will gain competencies working with young children 12 hours per week, 150 hours per semester. The course includes a two-hour seminar each week, weekly conferences with the cooperating teachers and regularly scheduled conferences with the College supervisor. Waiver of ED 240 is granted if the student worked as a teacher in a childcare center for at least two years and has demonstrated appropriate competences working with young children, and has received a grade of B or above in the first semester of student teaching. The student may substitute two Early Childhood electives for ED 240 in the second semester of the fieldwork course. The seminar is available in classroom or online format. Students should contact instructor regarding the ED 240 waiver. Field Experience: 12 hours per week. Seminar: 2 hours per week. 6 credits per semester.
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