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3.00 Credits
Introduces microeconomic and macroeconomic principles to provide a foundation of basic economic concepts. An analysis of supply and demand, an evaluation of market structure, and monetary and fiscal policy choices and consequences for society are examined.
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3.00 Credits
Provides an understanding of basic economic forces and the principles which govern resource allocation and the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services. Analysis of supply, demand and price, an introduction to consumer behavior, the factor and product markets, and the evaluation of perfect and imperfect competition are discussed.
Prerequisite:
MTH 091 or MTH 133
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3.00 Credits
Provides an understanding of the national economy, including inflation and unemployment, national income, the monetary system, fiscal and monetary policy, and economic stability. Comparative economic systems, international trade and contemporary economic developments are considered throughout.
Prerequisite:
MTH 091 or MTH 133
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3.00 Credits
This introductory course explores the purposes, organizations, and outcomes of schooling from the perspectives of the field of social foundations of education. Candidates undertake critical inquiry into teaching as a profession. Licensure requirements, teachers' legal responsibilities, and the accountability of public schools are also explored. Four major themes include aims of education and role of schools in a democratic society; economic, legal and political context of schools; culturally responsive and inclusive education; and ethics and professionalism. Includes two full-day introductory field experiences to the education profession in early childhood, middle childhood, or adolescent classroom settings, with emphasis on diversity of school experience.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on applying knowledge of the characteristics and needs of young children, prenatal to age twelve, for the creation of healthy, respectful, supportive, challenging and effective learning environments. Multiple and interrelated influences on the domains of child development and learning of young children will be examined. In addition, the course includes diverse contexts for development such as culture, ecological contexts such as home and community, genetic and environmental influences, child's health status, individual development variations, and opportunities to play, learn, and access technology. The course also covers historical and contemporary theories, significant developmental research, and research-based strategies for observation, documentation and assessment of young children. It describes sequences, stages and milestones of growth as well as variations of typical and atypical developmental characteristics, recognizing the central role of relationships in promoting learning and development for young children.
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3.00 Credits
This course encompasses effectively identifying, locating, evaluating, designing, preparing, and efficiently using educational technology as an instructional resource in the classroom as related to principles of learning and teaching including legal and ethical use. Students will develop increased classroom communication abilities through lectures, discussions, modeling, laboratory experiences and completions of a comprehensive project.
Prerequisite:
IST 100
Corequisite:
ENG 111 or ENG 111
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3.00 Credits
This is a survey course to prepare all educators to teach diverse learners, including those with exceptionalities. It covers developmental characteristics, assessments methods, intervention strategies, and ethical principles for students in education and community settings. Field-based experience at an approved site three hours per week for 15 weeks is required. Lab hours are in addition to in-class lecture and require out of class preparation time. Clear background check required.
Prerequisite:
ENG 112 or HON 201 and ECE 100 or EDU 100
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3.00 Credits
This course explores educational considerations for teachers including the policies, theories, practices, skills, and knowledge of home, school, and community partnerships. Candidates will examine: the multiple influences on the whole child; accessibility of community services and supports; ethical, practical, and culturally competent decisions to foster family engagement; knowledge and skills needed to address family structure, socio-cultural and linguistic backgrounds, identities and customs, and advocacy for children and families. This course uses an ecological approach to explore the complex characteristics, present practices, and involvement of families, educational settings, and communities as they impact child development and learning. Students will understand the importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships between the home and school by learning how to demonstrate sensitivity, collaborate, and provide support for all families with diverse structures, identities, customs, and cultural and social backgrounds. The importance of effective communication and respectful dialogue with families, especially in areas of child assessment and classroom practices will be stressed. In addition, students will examine the role of child advocacy, investigate the availability and accessibility of community resources and services, and plan opportunities that involve families and communities to promote child development and learning. This course offers an opportunity to earn Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention Training certification.
Prerequisite:
ENG 112 or HON 201 and EDU 101 and ECE 100 or EDU 100
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with the major theories of human development, motivation and learning. Planning of instruction, teaching strategies, assessment and classroom management are examined. Authentic pedagogical practices are used to gain an understanding of the teaching and learning process. The ECE Technology program utilizes the NAEYC Standards for Early Childhood Professional Preparation throughout its program of study and has obtained national Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation. This course and its content help students meet the NAEYC Standards 4b, 4c, 5b, 6c, and 6d.
Prerequisite:
EDU 100 or ECE 100 and PSY 101
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3.00 Credits
Studies the essential concepts of direct current and circuits. Includes the use of electronic test equipment, laboratory methods, safety procedures and breadboarding techniques. The laboratory experience consists of hands-on experiments designed to reinforce concepts presented.
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