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3.00 Credits
3 cr. Corequisite: DAT/MUS*H218. This course presents an in-depth study of the techniques and methodologies used in studio and live recording. In addition to classroom assignments and exercises, students will be expected to complete field work resulting in the recording, editing, and mastering of a live or studio project. Topics include; two-track and multi-track recording, studio acoustics and design, analog and digital mixing consoles, microphone placement techniques, signal processors, and studio session procedures.
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3 cr. Prerequisite: DAT*H205. This course explores advanced multimedia systems and the theoretical and practical issues in designing interactive systems. Topics include; compression techniques, synchronization, user interface accessibility, indexing and retrieval techniques, operating system support for digital audio, video, and animation file formats, as well as network and transport protocols for multimedia. Emphasis will be placed on current design and delivery issues, software implementation and discussion of future directions.
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3.00 Credits
3 cr. Prerequisite: DAT*H224 or 230 or 240. Completion of a significant project under the guidance of an advisor in an area of mutual interest such study terminating in a deliverable software/media product with technical documentation. The project must be in an area directly related to one of the three program options.
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3.00 Credits
(formerly ECE-H101) 3 cr. A study of the historical, philosophical and social perspectives of early care and education. Emphasis will be on modern development and trends, along with an understanding of the organization and composition of early childhood education settings, which include curriculum materials, learning environments and the teacher's role. Four three-hour observations of various types of early childhood programs, individual child observations and field trips are required.
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3.00 Credits
(formerly ECE-H112) 3 cr. This course includes the exploration of the relationship of creative art to the total educational program of the young child. Experimentation with the use of various media techniques and methods will be included. The concept of play as it relates to creativity will also be explored. Field trips are required.
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3.00 Credits
(formerly ECE-H106) 3 cr. Prerequisites: ECE*H101. This course is designed to have students acquire skills in order to plan and implement creative music and movement education experiences for young children. Areas of exploration will include singing, listening to music, rhythmic activities, chants, creating music, using instruments with children, multi-cultural music, creative dance and movement, musical games, music for children with special needs, and using music spontaneously in the classroom. The main goals of the course are to develop an understanding of the importance of music and movement education experiences in an early childhood environment, the role that music plays in the growth and development of young children and how these experiences can be creatively planned, implemented and integrated throughout the daily curriculum. All students should be able to play one accompaniment instrument well enough to build a repertoire of music and movement education experiences.
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3.00 Credits
(formerly ECE-H109) 3 cr. The focus of this course will be on acquiring an understanding of the materials and methods of working with young children in the areas of science, math and social studies and their integration into the curriculum. Emphasis will be placed on understanding these areas from a child development perspective. (Fall)
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1.00 Credits
(also listed as DAN*H118) 1 cr. This course is designed to introduce students to the basic techniques and methodology for teaching dance to children, ages 2-5. Using the standards established by the State of Connecticut and the National Dance Education Organization, appropriate content for dance classes will be examined. We will view the dance class from a developmental perspective, identifying appropriate movement activities and strategies for teaching. There is no prerequisite for this class.
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3.00 Credits
(formerly ECE-H114) 3 cr. Prerequisites: ECE*H101 a physical examination is required. An introduction to the care and teaching of infants and toddlers, which emphasizes the interrelationship between social, emotional, cognitive, physical and language development. Age appropriate curriculum strategies will be based on develECE* H176 Health, Safety and Nutrition (formerly ECE-H122) 3 cr. The relationship between health, safety and nutrition and child development will be explored. Emphasis will be on the strategies needed to implement a safe, healthy and nutritionally sound program. Integration of these areas into the total curriculum will be examined.
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3.00 Credits
(formerly ECE-H206) 3 cr. Prerequisites: ECE*H101 or permission of the Early Childhood Education Coordinator. An examination of the multi-dimensional role of the early childhood program director/administrator. Administrative styles, management tools and interpersonal skills that contribute to effective leadership will be explored. Topics such as CT State licensing regulations, NAEYC accreditation, director certification, public policies and professionalism will be discussed. (Spring)
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