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| ED 171 Introduction to Early Childhood Education |
FA 3 s.h. |
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This course presents information and theory regarding developmentally appropriate practice for children from birth to eight years. It emphasizes developing the student's understanding of the importance of creating an effective learning environment; advancing physical and intellectual competence; supporting social and emotional development; establishing relationships with families; and maintaining a commitment to professionalism. Attention is given to skills needed in a variety of program settings, including Head Start, child care, pre-kindergarten, nursery schools and first through third grades. Hours of class per week: 3.
| ED 175 Foundations of Education |
3 s.h. | A study of the historical, philosophical, political, legal, sociological, and ethical bases of (N-12) education in the United States. The course also examines the role of the educator, public and private educational institutions, cultural diversity, and contemporary educational issues. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| ED 180 Safety, Health & Nutrition in Early Childhood |
SP 3 s.h. |
The course addresses basic issues of safety, health, and nutrition in early childhood. It covers such topics as maintaining a safe and healthy environment, appropriate immunizations, recognizing signs of illness and controlling communicable diseases in early childhood settings. The course includes documenting and reporting child abuse and maltreatment, and it stresses policy development supporting safe and healthy practice in early childhood programs. In addition, the course addresses factors that help promote and maintain the health and well being of the individual working with young children. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| ED 185 Early Childhood Curriculum |
SP 3 s.h. |
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This course is designed to develop and foster a creative and holistic approach to teaching young children in early childhood settings. Using literature, music & movement, science, art, block, and cooking activities, the student explores the potential of varied teaching/learning techniques for supporting a child's total development. Students work in teams to develop lesson plans and conduct learning activities. Prerequisite: ED 171. Hours of class per week: 3.
| ED 201 Introduction to Teaching |
1 s.h. |
This course will include the following topics: professionalism, observation techniques, behavior management, time management, placement preparation, code of ethics, portfolio preparation and career exploration. It is anticipated that students will achieve the Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting certification requirement in this class. Prerequisite: ED 171 or ED 175, SS 298, or SS 299 (may be taken concurrently). Hours of class per week: 1.
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| ED 225 Arts & Crafts for Early Childhood Education |
FA 3 s.h. |
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This course presents materials and techniques for promoting creative artistic development in young children. It explores a variety of art activities. Students gain hands-on experience in the artistic media and the use of art materials. Activities relate to the principles of child development, enhance creativity, and support all areas of the curriculum. Prerequisites: ED 171, or permission of instructor. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| ED 250 Music for Early Childhood Education |
SP 3 s.h. |
This course addresses the musical disposition of young children and presents developmentally appropriate instructional techniques for supporting them. It emphasizes helping children develop listening, singing, and beat competency by providing planned and spontaneous musical experiences. The course also covers musical concepts such as melody, rhythm, and form, along with movement activities. Prerequisites: ED 171, or permission of instructor. Hours of class per week: 3.
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| ED 280 Introduction to Young Children with Special Needs |
SP 3 s.h. |
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An introductory course designed to meet the needs of pre-professionals and professionals in early childhood who work with special needs children. The course presents a practical approach to the identification of special needs children, strategies and practices to inclusion in formal and informal settings, and a review of resources available to professionals and parents. Prerequisites: None (SS 298 recommended). Hours of class per week: 3.
| ED 293 Introduction Preschool Programs, Start Up and Mangement |
SP 3 s.h. |
A course designed for students interested in early childhood program management. Topics covered include business styles and relationships, personnel and staff development, marketing, licensing and registration processes, finances, budgeting, space and equipment, safety, children's programs, and teh CACFP food management in early childhood settings. Hours of class per week: 3. Prerequisites: Successful comletion of ED171, ED180, ED185. Completion of ED298 recommended.
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| ED 298-299 Early Childhood Practicum |
FA-SP 4 s.h. |
| Early Childhood pacticum is designed to provide work and learning experience in the field of early childhood education. Individual field experience is developed with community agencies and institutions. In addition, practicum students spend one hour per week in a seminar session where they reflect on their field experiences and integrate the insights they have achieved in their fieldwork. Prerequisites: ED 171, 185, and permission of instructor and Dean. Hours of class per week: 1. (+ additional hours to be arranged.) Matriculation in Early Childhood program. | |
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