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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course will address methods of caring for and guiding infants and toddlers (pre natal through 36 months) in group settings. Developmental characteristics and needs of the very young child and the child's family will be examined. The emphasis is on developing competent caregiving skills and on providing a stimulating, developmentally appropriate environment. Prerequisite(s): ECE 100; ECE 111.
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of the nature of social development in young children and how to guide that development in the early childhood classroom. Students will also plan, design and evaluate both indoor and outdoor environments. Emphasis will be on how to incorporate developmentally appropriate practices for ages birth through age 8 into a wide variety of child care settings and personal interactions. The course will focus on problem solving classroom issues by identifying the physical and interpersonal elements of the learning environments. Effective parent and staff interactions will also be addressed. Prerequisite(s): ECE 100; ECE 111.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores the relationship between developmental characteristics of the child and the literary choices we make for them. Students will also examine the types of literature for young children (picture books, fiction, non fiction, poetry, etc.), various story telling techniques, how environments can enhance emerging literacy and how literature relates to curriculum development. Prerequisite(s): ECE 116 or departmental approval.
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3.00 Credits
This course gives students a general understanding of the special education process and procedure at the early childhood level, birth through age 8. Course content enables students to enter practice with a clear set of guidelines for intervention strategies with children and support for families. Prerequisite(s): ECE 115; ECE 116 or departmental approval.
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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to gain the skills to observe children at various stages of development and in many settings. Students will learn methods for observing and recording young children's development and behavior, using varied observation techniques. Prerequisite(s): ECE 116 or departmental approval.
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4.00 Credits
Students will work in an approved (licensed) setting for 112 hours under the supervision of a certified professional. Weekly seminars are planned to support and review students' experiences. Topical focus: Motor skills, cognition, creative skills, self concept and emotional growth and development. Students submit documentation relating theory to practice. Prerequisite(s): ECE 113 and departmental approval.
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3.00 Credits
An exploration of a curriculum framework that sets forth philosophy, goals and objects for young children, as well as developing guidelines for teaching that address all aspects of the child's development. Prerequisite(s): ECE 200; ECE 201; ECE 202; or departmental approval.
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6.00 Credits
Students will work in an approved (licensed) setting for 208 hours under the supervision of a certified professional. Weekly seminars are planned to support and review students' experiences. Topical focus: Social skills, positive guidance and behavior management, family involvement, program management and professional development. Students must submit documentation relating theory to practice. Prerequisite(s): ECE 204 and departmental approval.
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3.00 Credits
This course overviews early childhood professions and the components necessary to start and run a quality early childhood program. The following topics include mission statements, program development, professional development, financial issues in early childhood, parent communication, and community relations. Components reviewed will include designing and start up of an early care and education program, supervision and monitoring of systems to ensure quality programming and working with staff. Prerequisite(s): ECE 116 and departmental approval.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an exploration of the relationship between the child, the family, and the community. By looking at the changing family today and the varying roles and interactions of family members, we will address issues relevant to young children as they socialize at home and in the community, the factors affecting family life (such as urban/rural living, socio cultural, racial and economic realities), and the changing family as a whole.
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