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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
A course that will focus on the growth and development of the young, emergent reader. The course foundation will be supported by both a balanced literacy approach and the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. Stressing the importance of early intervention, students will explore a variety of strategies, methods and assessments to teach reading supported by research. These include, but are not limited to phonological awareness, letter recognition, sound symbol relationships, vocabulary development, kid writing and inventive spelling. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the complexity of social studies and draws on years of related research that demonstrates the importance of inquiry learning to deepen children's understanding of the integrated curriculum. The areas of child development related to the social studies, the current national standards and practical ideas for teaching will also be examined. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to, inquiry-oriented instruction, class discussions, demonstrations of early concrete learning experiences and hands-on experience with various social studies programs. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive, balanced overview of early childhood education. Understanding child development, play, guidance, working with families and communities, and diversity are the five essential elements of early education that are addressed in this course. The delivery approach will include, but not be limited to, classroom video reflections, research articles, technology experiences and case study analyses and simulations. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A course that will focus on the growth and development of the beginning reader. The course foundation will be supported by both a balanced literacy approach and the PDE standards for reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Stressing the importance of a strong foundation in phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension, students will explore a variety of strategies, methods and assessments to teach reading supported by research. Students will explore types of writing, the writing process, and conventional spelling instruction. As the writing process is taught, students will demonstrate the process by writing a 3000-word paper on a topic related to the course. The professor will conference with each student during the revision and editing stages of the process. ECE 330 is writing process. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, 240, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
A course that will focus on the growth and continued development of the beginning reader as independent reading within the curriculum becomes necessary. The course foundation will be supported by both a balanced literacy approach and the PDE standards for reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Stressing the importance of comprehension, students will explore a variety if strategies, methods, and assessments to teach reading and writing across the content areas as supported by research. This includes but is not limited to writing short stories and informal pieces with an understanding of the stylistic aspects and conventions of composition. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, 240, 330, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course will begin with an overview of national, state and local interests that continue to inspire educators, businesses, and government to become more involved in discussions and to offer solutions, including legislative solutions, to assure children's success across the nation. Students will be prepared to make informed, research-based professional decisions about each of their students on a daily basis, using ongoing observation and diagnosis to support their decisions. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to, critiques of prototypical examples of effective practices according to research, modeling evidence-based strategies for the culturally and linguistically diverse learners, informational reading and writing. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course will outline common safety issues and guidelines that all adults can employ to help prevent serious injuries (and lawsuits) to children and simultaneously help orient children to safe play practices. This course will also address modern societal pressures that have resulted in fewer opportunities to develop the motor and cognitive skills needed for safe play. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to, authentic indoor and outdoor classroom video viewing, field observations, group presentations, and research articles. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course will begin with a historical overview of mathematics teaching and learning for young children. Current ideas on teaching mathematics will be introduced, as well as the many ways to incorporate mathematics learning into everyday classroom life. Assessments that encompass both understanding and procedural skills will be introduced. Curricular expectations related to number and operations, geometry, measurement, algebra, and data analysis and probability will be explored. Delivery approach will include but not be limited to inquiry-based instruction, journal critiques and children's literature with mathematical themes, subplots and references. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course is about children's play and development beginning with a history of ideas, beliefs, and activities of play, the early and contemporary theories of play and how scholars' explain its meaning, functions, and developmental benefits. Students will gain an understanding of the developmental advantages of children's free play and the disadvantages of not playing. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to, lecture, individual and group presentations, fieldwork observations and journaling. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the major areas of science instruction and define the relative importance of science content, processes, skills and attitudes needed for young children to successfully understand science. National Science Education Standards will be examined to identify what children at different ages and stages should know and be able to do in the area of science. Delivery approach will include, but not be limited to: inquiry-oriented instruction, class discussions, integrated unit plans and hands-on experience with various science programs. Prerequisite: ECE 110, 115, EDU 140, limited to early childhood education majors or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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