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2.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 2 LECTURE: .5 LAB: 3 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor This course emphasizes the practical application of early childhood education principles and theories. In an approved early childhood program, the student will work with young children under the direct supervision of a qualified professional, during which students will be given the opportunity to plan and direct activities. The college instructor will coordinate the learning experience, including performance assessments. Evaluation will be based on the quality of work in relation to implementation of principles learned in the ECE program. The student will be required to complete 64 contact hours of time in a licensed early childhood program.
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3.00 Credits
(T) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or ECE 122 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor The course focuses on the preparation of indoor and outdoor learning environments for children from birth through grade three; developmentally and culturally appropriate materials, equipment and technological resources; and the importance of play as the primary vehicle through which young children learn. Emphasis is placed on how to provide learning opportunities that support and enhance all areas of development. CDA Functional Area: Physical and Learning Environments
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3.00 Credits
(T) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or ECE 122 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor This course focuses on the child in the context of family and community. Included are issues of communication, diversity, professionalism, and social policy. The course promotes awareness and effective use of community resources. Emphasis on strategies and techniques for developing family-centered programs in early childhood programs.
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3.00 Credits
(T) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or ECE 122 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor This course is an overview of children with exceptional cognitive, physical, social and emotional characteristics; analysis of developmental and educational needs imposed by exceptionality; identification, interventional strategies, methods, and programs designed to meet their needs. The course examines the characteristics and impact of a range of disabilities on young children and their development, with consideration for group care and educational environments, including schools, centerbased child development programs, and family child care homes. Practical issues addressed include adapting classroom environments and activities. There is a study of applicable federal and state laws and requirements; Individuals with Disabilities Act Individualized Family Service Plan, Individualized Education Plan, and Inclusive programs. Identifies legal and best practice guidelines for programs, as well as guidance for working with parents.
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3.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 1 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or ECE 122 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge pertaining to the patterns of growth and development in the child from birth to 3 years of age. It focuses on the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, language and literacy of infants and toddlers. The specific needs of infants and toddlers will be examined with current research considered, including safety measures and planning developmentally appropriate activities. Observations are required.
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3.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or ECE 122 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor This course is designed to give the student an understanding of the natural creative potential that evolves through play within all areas of development. Students develop skills in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, creative activities, the use of various art media and musical materials and the integration of music and art experiences in daily classroom activities. The student will have the opportunity to learn how to establish an aesthetically creative environment for young children. The student will learn methods of presenting activities to young children in ways to enhance and encourage creativity.
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3.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: ECE 121 or ECE 122 or CHLD 181 or consent of instructor This course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to incorporate science and mathematics concept development into an integrated, developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom. Emphasis is placed on the need of the young child to understand biological and physical science and mathematics concepts in her/his environment, on the development of environmental understanding, and integrated curriculum in a developmentally appropriate classroom. Students design and implement science and mathematics activity plans.
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3.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 30 credit hours in CHLD/ECE courses or consent of instructor Covers program development, supervision, staff training, budgeting, and evaluation. Emphasis on interpersonal skills building and community resources utilization as key components of effective program management.
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3.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 1 LAB: 4 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Consent of Instructor The course is designed for students preparing to teach children under six years of age, and it gives students the opportunity to plan and direct activities in a child care facility under direct supervision. Students will demonstrate skill in guiding young children and providing for their health and safety in a group setting. Students will also demonstrate the ability to play and execute developmentally appropriate activities in all curriculum areas. Students will complete this course in an approved offcampus facility arranged by the instructor and must meet pre-fieldwork requirements. Emphasis is placed on understand the teacher's role in early childhood education. Weekly seminars will be held as well as individual conferences and writing assignments. This course requires students to complete 225 contact hours in a licensed early childhood program.
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3.00 Credits
(O) COURSE DATA: CREDITS: 3 LECTURE: 3 LAB: 0 REPEAT: 0 PREREQUISITE: Successful completion of 39 credit hours in CHLD/ECE courses or consent of instructor Addresses the specific knowledge and skills needed to effectively set up and manage the legal and fiscal components of a childcare program. Course content includes Illinois DCFS Licensing Standards, building, zoning, fire, occupational safety, health sanitation, and Americans with Disabilities Act standards as they apply to child care programs. Also includes training in identifying funding sources and applying for funding (loan and grant writing). Practice in budgeting, cash-flow management, fundraising, and state and federal reimbursement programs included. Legal aspects addressed include knowledge of child abuse, child custody and special education laws, insurance liability, contract and labor laws which impact on child care programs.
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