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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
In this culminating experience, students apply theory gained from all early childhood education courses. Under the supervision of an early childhood professional, students develop further competencies and take increasing responsibility for creating environment and curriculum of an early childhood classroom. Course provides students the opportunity to intentionally plan and implement developmentally and culturally appropriate instructional strategies based on (local) state and national standards. Course requires students to be onsite teaching for 12 hours per week for 13 weeks.
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3.00 Credits
Students study and reeflect upon the ethical and professional responsibilities of the early childhood profession. Family involvement, communication and parent conferences will be focused upon. Students learn Department of Public Welfare regulations and NAEYC-National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation process. Issues involved in planning, developing, marketing, budgeting, and operating a child care facility will be introduced. Professional portfolio development encourages students' preparation for future interviewing, self-assessment, and continuing professional growth.
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3.00 Credits
Students will explore their educational philosophy through current research and standards. Strategies will be intro- duced to assist the directors' role in helping staff create a vision of best practices for curriculum development and quality environments. Directors and future directors will explore effective communication techniques for working with the children, families, and community.
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3.00 Credits
Students will study the administrative role of the director. Strategies will be explored for planning fiscal operations, program management, and day-to-day administration of early care and education programs.
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3.00 Credits
This course will emphasize a comprehensive and practical approach to serving infants, toddlers, and their families in an inclusive developmentally appropriate environment. Studies will be organized around a transdisciplinary approach to early intervention services emphasizing that the physical and social environments of all children should be structured to support and enhance development. Students will be required to have field experiences with infants, toddlers, and their families at inclusive and/or agency-based facilities.
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3.00 Credits
Deals with macroeconomics which is a study of the economy as a whole. Basic concepts of supply and demand models are developed. Production and income determination and the role of government policies, both fiscal and monetary, are examined. Topics such as inflation; unemployment; business cycles; budget deficits; money and banking; and international finance will be included. A knowledge of elementary algebra is helpful.
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3.00 Credits
Deals with microeconomics which is a study of the decision making process of individual economic agents, both consumers and producers. Basic concepts of supply and demand models are developed. Various market conditions for both inputs and outputs and their impact on prices, costs, and production are examined. Topics such as government regulation, antitrust legislation, and international trade will be included. A knowledge of elementary algebra is helpful.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide students with an overview of the field of international relations. Beginning with a historical survey of international relations, the course will then analyze issues related to security, the world economy and social issues. The implications of recent developments such as the end of the Cold War, European Integration, crises in the Middle East, and other major international issues will be analyzed.
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3.00 Credits
Acquaints prospective teachers with the opportunities, preparation and professional responsibilities of the teaching profession. Designed to familiarize members of the general public with the modern American education system as it pertains to their roles as parents, consumers and taxpayers. It includes the historic background of the modern school system; the role of the school in community and society; the organization, administration, and support of the American school systems; varying philosophies of education; and current governmental standards.
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3.00 Credits
Presents a foundation of knowledge about the nature and needs of children with special needs and their families, and the community. Introduces the student to federal and state law, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Pennsylvania Commonwealth laws and regulations. The student will receive an overview of classifications of disabilities, cultural diversities, service options, and procedural safeguards. In addition, current issues, research, identification and assessment practices, support services and strategies for educating students with disabilities also are reviewed.
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