Early Childhood Education | Course Descriptions

* One of the Eight Core Standard Classes

ECE-100 Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education* | Units: 3

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Recommended Preparation:
ENGL-091 Examines underlying principles of quality practicesutilized in early childhood
programs emphasizing the keyrole of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions,and
teaching strategies to support physical, cognitiveand social/emotional development
for all children. Thiscourse includes a review of the evolution of the field andintroduces
the profession of early childhood education.Requires a minimum of 10 hours in a pre-approved
earlychildhood setting and a current TB test, TDAP & MMRvaccine. Formerly ECE-121.

Recommended Preparation:ENGL-091 Examines underlying principles of quality practicesutilized in early childhood programs emphasizing the keyrole of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions,and teaching strategies to support physical, cognitiveand social/emotional development for all children. Thiscourse includes a review of the evolution of the field andintroduces the profession of early childhood education.Requires a minimum of 10 hours in a pre-approved earlychildhood setting and a current TB test, TDAP & MMRvaccine. Formerly ECE-121.

ECE-101 Child Growth and Development* | Units: 3

Prerequisite: ENGL-091
Examines the major physical, psycho-social, andcognitive/language developmental milestones
ofchildren, both typical and atypical from conceptionthrough adolescence. Emphasizes
interactions between maturational processes and environmental factorswhile studying
developmental theory and investigativeresearch methodologies. Field observation required.

ECE-102 Child, Family and Community* | Units: 3

Prerequisite:ENGL-091
Examines the developing child in a societal context focusing on the interrelationship
of family, school, and community and emphasizing historical and sociocultural factors.
The processes of socialization and identity development will be highlighted, showing
theimportance of respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families.
Formerly ECE-125.

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ECE-103 Observation and Assessment* | Units: 3

Prerequisite: ECE-100
Focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation strategies to document
development, growth, play and learning. Explores recording strategies, rating systems,
portfolios, and multiple assessment tools. Requires 10 hours of observation in a child
care setting. Formerly ECE -129.

ECE-104 Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education* | Units: 3

Prerequisite: ECE-100
Presents an overview of the knowledge and skillsneeded toprovidedevelopmentally appropriatecurriculum
in early childhoodeducation programs.Examines the teachers role in supporting development
and learning, including the essential role of play.Includesenvironment, routine, interpersonaltoneandactivityplanning,
implementation and reflective evaluation.Requires 5 hours of additional coursework
outside of theclassroom. Formerly ECE-123.

ECE-105 Health, Safety, Nutrition in Early Childhood Education* | Units: 3

Introduces the regulations, policies, and procedures forearly childhood curriculum
related to child health, safety,and nutrition. Explores the importance of collaborationwith
families and health professionals to ensure physicalhealth, mental health and safety
for all children, families,and professionals. Formerly ECE-127.

ECE-106 The Role of Equity and Diversity in Early Childhood Education |
Units: 3

Explores the impact of personal experiences and socialidentity on teaching effectiveness
and objectivity whenworking with young children and families. Formerly ECE-165.

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ECE-130 Infant/Toddler Development and Curriculum* | Units: 3

Surveys infant/toddler development and its implicationsfor group child care settings,
including principles ofinfant/toddler philosophy and care giving.

ECE-135 School Age Child Care Programs and Curriculum | Units: 3

Examines the need for and design of school age child care programs, emphasizing developmental
stages of the child ages 5-13, curriculum development, the relationship of the family,
and the special needs of the school age child.

ECE-140 Curriculum for School-Age Child Care | Units: 3

Presents different leadership techniques and styles as they apply to various recreational
activities for school age children, emphasizing behavioral management skills, and
recreational activities for large groups of children.