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3.00 Credits
Science is a fundamental aspect of inquiry based learning in early childhood education. This course will allow the learning, teaching and assessing of basic science concepts and applications from Pre-K to 4th grade in early education environments. Students will utilize the Pennsylvania Early Learning and Academic Standards and Assessment Anchors to emphasize cooperative learning, self-assessment, and hands-on science. Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood and ECE 110 Child Development Co-requisite(s): None 3 credits (3 lecture; 0 lab)
Prerequisite:
ECE110 AND ECE101
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3.00 Credits
Creative Expression involves all of the elements of developmental and environmental interaction for PreK-4th grade children in regular, inclusive, and diverse settings. Students in the course learn how to design and apply developmentally appropriate practice and academic rigor within the curriculum, incorporating Early Learning and Academic Standards, and Assessment Anchors in structured lesson plans. Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood and ECE 110 Child Development Co-requisite(s): None 3 credits (3 lecture; 0 lab)
Prerequisite:
ECE101 AND ECE110
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the nutrition, health, and safety needs of young children from birth into school age. Furthermore, it prepares teachers to serve diverse populations of young children in family child care, child care centers, preschools, and elementary school settings. The purpose of this course is to equip students with a strong understanding of wellness concepts, preparing them to implement healthful practices and teach young children ways to contribute to their own wellness. Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood and ECE 110 Child Development Co-requisite(s): None 3 credits (3 lecture; 0 lab)
Prerequisite:
ECE110 AND ECE101
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3.00 Credits
This course explores parent/guardian involvement and the relationship between homes, schools, and communities. Content is organized around how the home, family, school, and community all influence the growth, development, and education of younger children. Students will learn how schools relate to parents and will acquire knowledge and skills to implement quality parent involvement programs. The course goal is to demonstrate the qualities of effective partnerships between schools, homes, and agencies. Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood and ECE 110 Child Development Co-requisite(s): None 3 credits (3 lecture; 0 lab)
Prerequisite:
ECE110 AND ECE101
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3.00 Credits
This course is a comprehensive review of assessment theory, practice, and tools used to effectively assess a child's level of achievement and prepare educational strategies to engage the child at the next level of competence. Assessment is viewed as an ongoing process rather than an ending to an educational experience. This course provides the most current research and practical guides to integrate authentic assessment with effective teaching, including the study of PA mandated assessments for PreK through Kindergarten. An introduction to assessments used in 1-4th grade is presented. The course will use material and pre-service experience to interpret and use assessment information once it has been collected. The course is developed around the constructivist approach, recognizing and adapting assessment techniques to accommodate cultural and individual differences. Students learn how to adapt the learning environment for special needs students. This course requires 20 hours of observation/participation. The students are required to complete a final presentation of an electronic graduation portfolio. Prerequisite(s): Acts 34, 114 & 151 Clearances, ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood Education, ECE 110 Child Development 3 credits
Prerequisite:
ECE101 AND ECE110
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3.00 Credits
The course is designed to introduce the student to the basic principles of economics with an emphasis on macroeconomic theory, policy and analysis. The major topics for the course include the scope and nature of economics, ideology and structure of the American economy, supply and demand, production and opportunity cost, efficiency, gross domestic product, business cycles and unemployment, inflation, history of economic thought, federal deficits and national debt, and monetary policy. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to basic principles of microeconomics theory and analysis. The major topics of the course include the scope and nature of economics, price elasticity of demand and supply, consumer choice theory, production costs, market structures, labor markets, income distribution, poverty and discrimination, antitrust regulation, environmental economics, international trade and finance, comparative economic systems, and growth in less developed countries. Offered only under an approved High School concurrent enrollment agreement. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to prepare future and current teachers to select, use, modify, design, and integrate instructional and assistive technologies in the classroom. A practicum experience of one credit hour is included to provide learning of instructional technology enhancements such as e-mail, Powerpoint, web, database, spreadsheets, software, scanner, digital camera, and more. These technology enhancements serve as an integral part of lesson development based on the National Education Technology Standards (NETS). In addition, students will create a professional electronic portfolio and website to augment professional development. Prerequisite(s): CIT100 Microcomputer Applications 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Under the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) as well as Pennsylvania law, all teachers in all areas of certification in public and charter schools are required to have specific knowledge for teaching English Language Learners (ELLs) and understanding ELL programs, enabling teachers to provide accommodations and adaptations to all educational programs for ELLs in Kindergarten through grade 12. This course will demonstrate the application of classroom tools, techniques and methods for teaching linguistically and culturally diverse students at all levels of English language proficiency in the content areas of education. Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood and ECE 110 Child Development Co-requisite(s): None 3 credits (3 lecture; 0 lab)
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3.00 Credits
Educators in grades Pre-K-12 are required to provide services for any student who is assessed and determined by the special education committee to have one or more of the thirteen classifications of a disability or who is categorized as gifted or talented. Any teacher who has a student with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) must not only read and sign the IEP, but must provide for support of the goals and objectives of the IEP in the classroom. This course will include learning to accommodate special education students in the classroom, as well as best practices for teaching students with different types of disabilities. Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 Introduction to Early Childhood and ECE 110 Child Development Co-requisite(s): None 3 credits (3 lecture; 0 lab)
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