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3.00 Credits
A foundation of theory, methods, techniques used in health, safety and nutrition programs for the young child. Emphasis on the development of educational experiences that promote awareness of health, safety and nutrition practices in the early childhood years. Students must earn a grade of C+ or above to pass the course. Prerequisites: EDU 101 and/or permission of the Education Program Coordinator. 1 credit (Spring)
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Exploration of the field of education as a profession. Compatibility, values and issues affecting teachers are discussed. Observation of children and classroom settings are included. Job search skills, interviewing techniques and resume' preparation will be included. Students must earn a grade of C+ or above to be eligible for EDU 109. Students receiving a grade below C+ must repeat the course. 3 credits (Fall, Spring)
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Initial supervised classroom experience in an early childhood education program (infants through Grade 3) under the direct supervision of an internship coordinator and a cooperating teacher. Emphasis on the development of appropriate teaching pedagogies. Skills in child observation, lesson plan presentation and group management are developed. Seminars include topics related to child guidance, developmentally appropriate curriculum and professional practices. Students who do not earn a grade of C+ or above in EDU 109 must repeat the course. Prerequisites: Early Childhood Education majors: Grade of C+ or above in EDU 101, EDU 103, EDU 107; a 2.5 average in program major courses, 2.5 CPA and/or permission of the Education Program Coordinator and/or the Cooperative Education Coordinator. Education Studies majors: Grade of C+ or above in EDU 105, EDU 107, EDU 251; 2.5 CPA and/or permission of the Education Program Coordinator and/or the Cooperative Education Coordinator. Writing intensive course. 3 credits (Fall, Spring)
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A study of development of child and adolescent literature with emphasis on folklore, fiction, biography, realism, poetry, and informational books; reading interests of children; storytelling; bibliography. Prerequisite: Summer reading list required prior to beginning of course. Students who do not complete required reading of 300 books will not be allowed to enroll in the course. 3 credits (Fall)
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Auditory processes, visual development, language acquisition as prerequisites to learning to read and the development of literacy. Exploration and analysis of experiences for preschool and elementary school aged children related to listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Examination of current research and theory included. 3 credits (Spring)
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Further development and refinement of classroom teaching techniques and practices take place during a second supervised classroom experience in an early childhood education program (infants through Grade 3). In addition to presenting age appropriate activities, students implement a unit/theme plan, a learning center and conduct a child study. Seminars include topics related to professional practices, teaching resources and career search preparation. Students who do not earn a grade of C+ or above in EDU 209 must repeat the course. Prerequisites: Completion of EDU 109 with a grade of C+ or above; a 2.5 average in program major courses, 2.5 CPA and/or permission of the Cooperative Education Coordinator and/or the Program Coordinator. Writing intensive course. 3 credits (Fall, Spring)
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A study of the causes and educational, social, and vocational implications of disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who exhibit differences in intellectual characteristics, social/emotional behaviors, communication abilities, and multiple disabilities are examined. Major topics include identification, classification, and characteristics of disabilities. Challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and their families, as well as one's own feelings toward individuals with disabilities will be explored. Current theories and trends of working with and educating individuals with disabilities are investigated. Historical background and legal trends are discussed. Writing intensive course. 3 credits (Fall, Spring)
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An analysis of management and its functions in a day care center or nursery school. Consideration is given to the interlocking nature of these functions and the principles which are the basis of preschool education. Attention is given to the impact of the external environment on the managerial role of preschool. Prerequisite: EDU 109 or permission of Program Coordinator. 3 credits (Spring)
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Application of principles, methods, activities and techniques used for guided development in infancy and toddlerhood. Topic areas include but are not limited to: sensory motor development, psycho-physical development, cognitive development, language development and social-emotional skills. Developmentally appropriate practices are applied to each area of development. 3 credits (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
Provides prospective and practicing teachers with current knowledge about reading and the teaching of reading. Topics include, but are not limited to, instructional readiness activities, and individual reading differences including methods for developing reading skills and integrating reading and writing. Writing intensive course. 3 credits (Fall)
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