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3.00 Credits
Studies how children acquire and process information using Brain-based learning research. Students apply the knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practice, the PA Early Learning Standards, the PDE Standard Aligned System, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) guidelines to develop strategies that engage children in the learning process. Students plan a classroom environment that supports development and learning for children Pre K - grade 4 and use an integrated approach to lesson planning by incorporating learning experiences from all content areas throughout the curriculum. Creating lesson plans that contain developmentally appropriate learning opportunities and support and conform to model SAS planning (including big ideas, essential questions, and developing learning outcomes that support standards, etc.) is an integral part of the course. Ten (10) hours of observation are required. Prerequisite: ENGL 101; EDUC 110 or 111; PSYC 212; EDUC 140, 220, 260, and 270 with grades of C or higher. For students in the Certificate program only: EDUC 185 may be substituted in place of PSYC 212 by permission of Instructor.
Prerequisite:
ENGL 101 & ( EDUC 110 or 111 ) & ( PSYC 212 or EDUC 185 ) & ( ( EDUC 140 & ( EDUC 220, 260, or 270 ) ) or ( EDUC 220 & ( EDUC 260 or 270 ) ) or ( EDUC 260 and 270 ) )
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3.00 Credits
Explores how technology can be used as a tool in the classroom to facilitate student learning including the legal, ethical, and social implications. This course also examines the many ways technology can be used to engage students and create positive environments for learning. The Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards, and the 21st Century Learning Skills are also incorporated. Prerequisite: EDUC 110 or 111 with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
( EDUC 110 or EDUC 111 ) & ( EDUC 185 or PSYC 212 )
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3.00 Credits
Introduces topics in the field of literacy. Focus is on research-based practices in emergent literacy, language development, comprehensive literacy instruction, assessment techniques and literacy strategies for the multicultural, English Language Learner, and exceptional child. Prerequisite: EDUC 110 or 111 with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
( EDUC 110 or EDUC 111 ) & ( PSYC 212 or EDUC 185 )
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3.00 Credits
Introduces topics in the field of literacy. Focus is on research-based practices in emergent literacy, language development, comprehensive literacy instruction, assessment techniques and literacy strategies for the multicultural, English Language Learner, and exceptional child. Prerequisite: EDUC 110 or 111 with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
( EDUC 110 or EDUC 111 ) & ( PSYC 212 or EDUC 185 )
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3.00 Credits
Introduces students to topics in early literacy and writing. This course focuses on research-based practices in emergent and beginning literacy and writing including assessment techniques for children ages birth through five. Developmentally appropriate strategies for teaching literacy and writing concepts through active discovery, play, including the use of technology to diverse learners, is emphasized. Students are able to explore a variety of genres in children's literature, as well as ways to integrate this literature into the curriculum. Six hours of community-based field hours are required. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Early Childhood Care and Education AAS and Certificate programs. Prerequisite: EDUC 111 with a grade of C or higher and PSYC 212 or EDUC 185 with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
EDUC 111 & ( PSYC 212 or EDUC 185 )
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3.00 Credits
Covers the skills teachers need to support English Language Learners (ELLs) in the mainstream classroom. The focus of this course is on best practices, differentiated instruction, and accommodations. Skills taught also include supporting and communicating with families, integrating literature to support ELLs, management strategies for teachers, and lesson planning using the Curriculum Overlay for the PA State Standards individualized by ELLs proficiency levels. Technology enhanced instruction for supporting ELLs is also explored. Prerequisite: EDUC 110, 220, 260 and 270 with grades of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
EDUC 110 & EDUC 220 & EDUC 260 & EDUC 270
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4.00 Credits
Requires students to complete 90-hours of active participation, under the supervision of a PA state certified teacher, in a diverse birth through PreK child-care setting, PK Counts, or Head Start center. This capstone course allows students to develop and assess lessons based upon the outcomes of National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the PA Early Learning Standards. Students also meet weekly throughout the class to reflect upon/discuss the implementation and integration of coursework as applied to children's learning and care. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Early Care and Education AAS and certificate, as well as the Early Childhood - Elementary Education AA program. Prerequisite: EDUC 110 or 111, EDUC 210 or 211, EDUC 185, EDUC 261, EDUC 270, and ENGL 101 with grades of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
( EDUC 110 or EDUC 111 ) & ( EDUC 210 or EDUC 211 ) & ( EDUC 185 or PSYC 212 ) & EDUC 261 & ( EDUC 270 or EDUC 271 ) & ( ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H )
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4.00 Credits
Requires students to complete 90-hours of active participation, under the supervision of a PA state certified teacher, in a diverse birth through PreK child-care setting, PK Counts, or Head Start center. This capstone course allows students to develop and assess lessons based upon the outcomes of National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the PA Early Learning Standards. Students also meet weekly throughout the class to reflect upon/discuss the implementation and integration of coursework as applied to children's learning and care. Enrollment is restricted to students in the Early Care and Education AAS and certificate, as well as the Early Childhood - Elementary Education AA program. Prerequisite: EDUC 110 or 111, EDUC 210 or 211, EDUC 185, EDUC 261, EDUC 270, and ENGL 101 with grades of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
( EDUC 110 or EDUC 111 ) & ( EDUC 210 or EDUC 211 ) & ( EDUC 185 or PSYC 212 ) & EDUC 261 & ( EDUC 270 or EDUC 271 ) & ( ENGL 101 or ENGL 101H )
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3.00 Credits
Covers the study skills and techniques needed to develop curriculum and a program operational-system within the philosophy of the childcare center. Theories underlying curriculum development and implementation are stressed as materials and equipment are analyzed within the environmental framework. Curriculum supervision and delegation are part of the learning experience. Prerequisite: EDUC 175 and ENGL 101 with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
EDUC 175 & ENGL 101
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3.00 Credits
Provides an in-depth study of the leadership skills and techniques needed to manage childcare center staff. Supporting and educating the staff in legal and ethical issues is also included. Students learn skills in and philosophies of leadership styles, conflict management, team building, stress management, and leading advocacy efforts for children and families. Prerequisite: EDUC 175 and ENGL 101 with a grade of C or higher.
Prerequisite:
EDUC 175 & ENGL 101
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