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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to examine the branch of psychology that specializes in understanding teaching and learning in educational contexts. Students will be exposed to topics such as: cognitive, social, physical development; socio-cultural teaching approaches; classroom management principles; motivation; standardized testing; and assessment. Students will also explore current and critical issues in educational psychology. This course satisfies the Gordon Rule writing requirement. A grade of "C"or higher must be attained. 45 class hours. Prerequisite: PSY 1012.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide an overview of the important elements of education and care for young children from birth through age eight. This course includes the history, types and guidelines for early childhood educational programs.Observational techniques, child growth and development, guidance and curriculum design germane to early childhood are introduced. Students will be exposed to current issues and trends in the early childhood education profession. 45 class hours
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the early childhood teacher's role in promoting emergent literacy in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Essential building blocks that contribute to later success in school can be mastered by children in a preschool setting that provides a literacy-rich environment. Early reading achievement and success in learning to read are influenced by the quality of children's early experiences with print and language. Further emphasis is placed on picture books and other literary materials suitable for infants and young children. 45 class hours
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the social development and behavior of the young child. A child-centered philosophy utilizing positive guidance skills is presented with opportunities for practice and implementation. Further emphasis is placed on types of communication, limit setting, and classroom management, along with an investigation of play, self-esteem, stress and prosocial skills among other topics. 45 class hours
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3.00 Credits
This course covers techniques for observing and recording the behavior of young children. Students study the interpretation of authentic assessments as applied to educating the young child from a developmental perspective. Emphasis is on the use of various types of informal measurements along with the appropriate use of standardized assessments. Issues of professionalism including confidentiality, anti-bias, and ethical behaviors are addressed. 45 class hours
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to the theoretical foundations of child growth and development and the practical application of theory to child development education practice. Students will receive an overview of the key concepts and theories underlying the factors of child development. Physical, cognitive, psychosocial and emotional factors will be covered. 45 class hours
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3.00 Credits
This course emphasizes managing all available resources to ensure the effective operation of a child care early childhood education program. A systematic approach for planning, organizing, record keeping, and staff management is applied. It is designed to prepare students to effectively lead programs for young children. Students who also successfully complete this course will meet one of the educational requirements for the Foundational Level Child Care and Education Administration credential and one of the educational requirements for the Advanced Level Administration Credential as defined by the State of Florida. 45 class hours
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to examine the principles andmethods for developing a program for young children including curriculumdesign, andmaterials and equipment for learning activities. Emphasis is placed on identification, selection, and application of activities, trends, and key concepts in an integrated approach. 45 class hours. Prerequisite( s): EEC 2001 and EEC 1407.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to explore the value and purpose of creative experiences in the development of the young child's creative abilities using art, music, dance, play and drama.The child's acquisition of math and science concepts thorough discovery learning is examined. Emphasis is placed on presentation of activities through an integrated approach. 45 class hours. Prerequisite: EEC 2200.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the special needs of young children, from birth through age five,within the context of their families, using observation techniques for identifying and making appropriate referrals. The content also includes possible causes for developmental delays, disabilities or established conditions; a historical overview of federal laws, biases and attitudes of children with disabilities; the importance of early identification and critical periods of development, as well as general information about specific disabling conditions such as sensory impairments, health problems, chronic illness, physical, cognitive, communication, behavioral, neurological disorders and learning disabilities. 45 class hours. Prerequisite: EEC 1003.
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