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  • ECE 038: Science And Number Concepts For Young Children

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course explores the development of curriculum ideas for teaching about the environment and conservation of natural resources to young children. It includes the sequence of mathematical concepts appropriate to different stages of development. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ECE-010 or ECE-010A or concurrent enrollment CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECE 040: Introduction to Curriculum

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course examines materials and techniques in teaching creative activities and movement to young children. Developing creativity and self confidence is emphasized. Various sensory modalities are explored as a sensory-motor environment is developed for the young child. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ECE-010 or ECE-010A or concurrent enrollment CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECE 044: Health, Safety & Nutrition

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course provides information on the physical and mental health of children in an early childhood educational setting. Safety concerns for young children in preschool settings are addressed. Nutrition of young children is explored including methods of planning and teaching basic concepts to children. Also included are information on safety standards, sanitation principles and procedures to reduce the spread of disease. Title 22 health and safety regulations for child care centers are reviewed. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ECE-010 or ECE-010A Advisory: ENG-051 CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECE 045: Teaching in a Diverse Society

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course is designed to help students become teachers who can explore and address diversity in ways that enhance the development of children in early childhood settings. It will address attitudes and behaviors toward others in the areas of culture, race, gender, age and abilities; the development of an anti-bias curriculum; the analysis of the classroom environment for culturally relevant and diverse materials and resources; as well as developmental issues and advocacy. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ECE-010 or ECE-010A Advisory: ENG-051 CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECE 045A: Licensed Family Child Care

    2.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course prepares students to integrate basic principles of child development in establishing a quality child care program within a family home environment. How to set up a record keeping system and files for each child is emphasized. Information about the use of the Family Day Care Rating Scale (FDCRS) as it applies to quality care is reviewed. Establishing good health, safety, nutrition and discipline policies and practices that support all children in a quality home environment are explored. Understanding the principles of developmentally appropriate curriculum in working with children of various ages is also included. Lecture Hours: 36 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECE 046A: Observation & Assessment

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    (formerly ECE-046) This course explores an array of child observation and study methods to understand and articulate developmental needs of each child upon which to base lesson development and child guidance. Applying developmental theory and brain research to design early childhood settings, understanding and guiding child behavior, communicating and interacting with young children through developmentally and culturally appropriate practices for young children are also studied. Lecture Hours: 36 Lab Hours: 54 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ECE-010 or ECE-010A or concurrent enrollment Advisory: ENG-001A CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECE 047: Practicum in Early Childhood Education

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    (formerly ECE-048) This course explores the application of child development theory to facilitate learning among young children including promoting self-esteem, creativity, self-discipline, development of physical and cognitive skills and literacy, and planning appropriate curriculum. Under the supervision of the laboratory teacher or mentor teacher, students participate in all classroom activities. Students plan developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum that integrates theoretical concepts and brain research with classroom practice. Students assess their own professional competence and progress toward their own goals. Students write resumes and develop interview skills while developing a plan for future employment and growth. Lecture Hours: 18 Lab Hours:108 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ECE-046 or ECE-046A CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ECON 001: Principles of Macroeconomics

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course is an introduction to economic theory and analysis with an emphasis on basic economic concepts, national income determination and fluctuations, unemployment, inflation, economic growth, the role of money and banking and monetary theory, and the economic role of government. Current economic issues are also discussed in the context of a global economy. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ENG-050 and MATH-057 CAN: ECON 2 Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: C2 CSU GE: D2 IGETC: 4B
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  • ECON 002: Principles of Microeconomics

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course is an introduction to economic theory and analysis with an emphasis on the features of a market economy, role and behavior of consumers, businesses, owners of resources, government and the international sector. Efficiencies and deficiencies of a market system are explored and the role of government intervention is discussed. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L Prerequisite: ENG-050 and MATH-057 CAN: ECON 4 Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: C2 CSU GE: D2 IGETC: 4B
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  • ECON 011: International Economic Relations

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    The course is the study of international trade, foreign investment, transfer of technology, and the international flow of labor. Students become familiar with the principles of international economic relations and its complexities through class lectures, review of current literature, and class discussions. Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 0 Repeatable: No Grading: L CAN: None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: C2,C5 CSU GE: D2 IGETC: 4B
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