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  • DS 090: Academic Reading C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course develops reading and study skills necessary for success in college courses.Topics include time management, notetaking, review techniques, and test-taking skills. Reading instruction includes a systematic reading plan for textbooks, strategies for vocabulary acquisition, skimming and scanning techniques, and textbook notations.
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  • ED 100: College Seminar

    1.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course develops the skills necessary to improve success in college. It covers general College procedures, time management and study skills, and specific student responsibilities. Collaborative projects are included. Corequisites:This course must be taken in the students first fifteen hours of study.
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  • ED 110: Speed Reading for College C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course emphasizes techniques for reading college-level material more effectively and efficiently. It includes rate improvement, flexibility, skimming, and scanning.Techniques for acquiring academic vocabulary are presented, and varied textbook materials are analyzed to maximize student use. Prerequisite:An appropriate placement test result.
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  • ED 112: Critical Thinking and Reasoning C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course assists in the development of critical thinking and reasoning skills.Topics include the characteristics of critical thinking, the effect of language on critical thinking and reasoning, drawing deductively valid conclusions, hypothesis testing, analysis of arguments, decision- making, and problem-solving methods. Prerequisite:An appropriate placement test result.Mandatory corequisite: DS051 Essential Reading & Study Skills.
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  • ED 150: Social & Philosophical Foundations of Education C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course provides a study of the philosophical, historical, sociological, ethical, and political bases of the N-12 American educational system. It includes a comprehensive introduction to the issues, laws, policies, and practices affecting the education system, teaching, learning, and assessment. It explains ways that teachers and schools work with students and families to provide a meaningful and equitable education.Topics include diversity in student populations, school funding, high-stakes testing, school desegregationand re-segregation, technology, standardized tests, and learning standards.The history of the American educational system is discussed in relation to current issues and topics in education, teaching, and learning.A 15-hour observation in a general educationclassroom is required.
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  • ED 151: Prevention & Safety Issues for the Classroom Teacher C

    1.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course focuses on prevention and safety issues facing professionals working with children.Topics include the identification and prevention of child abuse and neglect, violence in schools, and substance abuse.Traffic, fire, and safety issues are covered. Successful completion results in NYS certification in Identification & Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect and in SchoolViolence Prevention & Intervention.
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  • ED 201: Introduction to Early Childhood Education C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course aids in understanding and providing for the needs and education of young children in care/educational settings. Methods and materials used to plan, implement, and assess integrated learning experiences that consider the inter-relatedness of physical, social/ emotional, and cognitive development are explored.The importance of planning experiences for young children to develop intellectual curiosity and demonstrate a respect for diversity of backgrounds are emphasized. Prerequisites:Minimum grade of "C" in ED150 Social & Philosophical Foundations of Education, and a minimum grade of "C" in either ED205 Child Developmentor PY202 Childhood and Adolescence.
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  • ED 203: Early Childhood Methods & Materials C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course introduces early childhood curriculum development including planning, implementing, and assessment based on the NewYork State Learning Standards. It covers developmentally appropriate practice,methods, and materials for preschool through primary grade children. Emphasis is placed on curriculum that meets the needs of the whole child: cognitive, social, emotional,language, and physical. Knowledge is gained of early childhood curriculum that is respectful to the backgrounds of allchildren and families. Early childhood best practices are learned, grounded in early childhood educational theories, includingVygotsky and Plaget, and using play as the vehicle for planning, implementation, learning, assessment, and emphasizing Constructivist practice. Best practice techniques, including lesson plan and thematic unit planning, are demonstrated. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of "C" in ED150 Social & Philosophical Foundations of Education, and a minimum grade of "C" in either ED205 Child Developmentor PY202 Childhood and Adolescence.
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  • ED 204: Infant and Toddler Care C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course helps to synergize knowledge of total development from the neonatal stage to age three.These concepts are applied to develop appropriate strategies and care programs that are responsive and supportive of the young child and family. Information gained through observation of infants and toddlers, and through interviews with parents is collected and evaluated in terms of the impact of adult-child interactions and on activity planning. Programming problems and services to families are included. Prerequisites: Minimum grade of "C" in ED150 Social & Philosophical Foundations of Education, and a minimum grade of "C" in either ED205 Child Development or PY202 Childhood and Adolescence.
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  • ED 205: Child Development C

    3.00 Credits
    Mohawk Valley Community College

    This course examines childrens physical, social, emotional, language, and cognitive development from pre-natal to age twelve.Topics include childhood development theories and research, the recognition and understanding of significant child behaviors, the role of parenting and culture, the role of the teacher, influence of peers, and play.A fifteen hour child observation must be completed in a prekindergarten- 6th grade school setting. Prerequisite: PY101 Introduction to General Psychology.
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