Early Childhood Education (ECED)
Early Childhood Education (ECED)
ECED 1050 EXPRESSIVE ARTS (3)
This course focuses on the development and application of materials, activities, and experiences that encourage the young child’s (birth to 8-year old) creativity and aesthetic appreciation through visual arts, music, body movement, creative/open-ended thinking, dramatic arts, and play.
ECED 1060 OBSERVATION, ASSESSMENT, AND GUIDANCE (3)
This course introduces a variety of observation, assessment and guidance strategies used in early childhood education settings birth through age eight.
ECED 1110 INFANT/TODDLER DEVELOPMENT (3)
This course focuses on typical / atypical development of children in the prenatal period of development through 36 months. Planning curriculum in the domains of physical growth and motor skills, cognition and language, and social / emotional development are examined across diverse settings.
ECED 1120 PRESCHOOL CHILD DEVELOPMENT (2)
This course focuses on typical / atypical development of the child ages 3 through 5 years, in the domains of physical growth and motor skills, cognition and language, and social / emotional development across diverse settings.
ECED 1150 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (3)
This course provides an overview of the history, trends, and philosophies of early childhood education. Diversity, inclusion, licensing standards, current legislation, professionalism, and advocacy are examined.
ECED 1160 EARLY LANGUAGE LITERACY (3)
This course focuses on the development of literacy and language skills from birth to age eight, including typical/atypical and dual/multiple language learners.
ECED 1220 PRE-PRACTICA SEMINAR (1)
This course is designed to provide an orientation to practicum experiences in the early childhood education program. Students will review the process for setting up a practicum, forms used during practicum, understand childcare licensing requirements for their state, and have their names cleared through appropriate background checks. Students will understand practicum expectations and responsibilities, methods of evaluation, and the importance of professionalism in the workplace.
ECED 1230 SCHOOL AGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT (2)
This course focuses on typical/atypical development of the children ages 5 through 8 years. The course will examine program design in out of school care that addresses the domains of physical growth and motor skills, cognition and language, and social/emotional development.
ECED 1260 CHILD HEALTH, SAFETY & NUTRITION (3)
This course addresses the interrelatedness of health, safety, and nutrition in the
life of a young child, birth through age eight. Practices that assess and promote good health are introduced. Effective control of communicable diseases and acute illnesses found in the early childhood years and early education settings is addressed. Safety management and the handling of child abuse and neglect are examined. Students learn appropriate nutritional guidelines and practices for planning meals and snacks in the classroom.
ECED 1610 INFANT PRACTICUM (1)
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children
from birth through 18 months-of-age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in diverse early childhood care and education settings. Students will develop an awareness of appropriate adult/child interaction while developing positive employee skills. Basic skills in planning and implementing a daily routine and curriculum activities for infants are presented. Students are required to complete a minimum of 45 clock hours of practical work experience. A passing grade of “C” or better is required for ECED majors. (Previously known as ECED 1521) *Pre- or Co-requisite: ECED 1110 and 1220
ECED 1620 TODDLER PRACTICUM (1)
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children 18 months through 36 months-of-age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in diverse early childhood care and education settings. Students will develop an awareness of appropriate adult/child interaction while developing positive employee skills. Basic skills in planning and implementing a daily routine and curriculum activities for toddlers are presented. Students are required to complete a minimum of 45 clock hours of practical work experience. A passing grade of “C” or better is required for ECED majors. (Previously known as ECED 1522) *Pre- or Co-requisite: ECED 1110 and 1220
ECED 1630 PRESCHOOL PRACTICUM (1)
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children from three to five years of age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in diverse early care and education settings. Students will develop an awareness of appropriate adult/child interaction while developing positive employee skills. Basic skills in planning and implementing a daily routine and curriculum activities for children from three to five years of age are also presented. Students are required to complete a minimum of 45 clock hours of practical work experience. A passing grade of “C” or better is required for all ECED majors. (Previously known as ECED 1520) *Pre- or Co-requisite: ECED 1220 and 1120
ECED 1640 SCHOOL-AGE PRACTICUM (1)
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children from five to eight years of age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in diverse early care and education settings. Students will develop an awareness of appropriate adult/child interaction while developing positive employee skills. Basic skills in planning and implementing a daily routine and curriculum activities for school age children presented. Students are required to complete a minimum of 45 clock hours of practical work experience. A passing grade of “C” or better is required for all ECED majors. (Previously known as ECED 1545) *Pre- or Co-requisite: ECED 1220 and 1230
ECED 2050 CHILDREN WITH EXCEPTIONALITIES (3)
This course focuses on the theory, development and philosophy of early childhood education programs serving children (from birth to age 8) with exceptionalities. Topics include working with families, legislation, role of the interventionist, interdisciplinary teams and inclusion of children with special needs in natural environments. Observation of inclusionary practices and exceptional children are required. *Strongly suggested: Prior knowledge of child growth and development.
ECED 2060 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CURRICULUM PLANNING (3)
This course prepares students to plan a developmentally appropriate curriculum and environments for children ages 3-8 years of age. Topics include writing goals and objectives, lesson plans, daily schedules, working with parents, and inclusionary practices.
ECED 2070 FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS (3)
This course focuses on the development of skills, techniques and attitudes needed to form successful collaboration with diverse family systems and communities. Ten hours of volunteer service-learning required.
ECED 2080 CDA PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO: INFANT/TODDLER (2)
Step 3 of the CDA process overview requires the students to develop and complete their Professional Portfolio for infants and toddlers, ages birth thru 36 months. The portfolio will be a summary of student’s official training, including the list of CDA courses completed and their 8 subject areas, Completed Family questionnaires short written statements explaining your teaching practices in relation to the six CDA standards early childhood resources, and a description of your educational philosophy that includes elements related to how children can learn and your role in that process. *Pre-/Co-Requisites: 480 hours working with children ages birth through 36 months and/or 120 hours professional education covering the 8 CDA subject areas.
ECED 2090 CDA PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO: PRESCHOOL (2)
Step 3 of the CDA process overview requires the students to develop and complete their Professional Portfolio for preschool children, ages three thru five. The portfolio will be a summary of student’s official training, including the list of CDA courses completed and their 8 subject areas. Completed Family questionnaires, short written statements explaining your teaching practices in relation to the six CDA standards, early childhood resources, and a description of your educational philosophy that includes elements related to how children can learn and your role in that process. *Pre-/Co-Requisites: 480 hours working with children ages three to five and/or 120 hours professional education covering the 8 CDA subject areas.
ECED 2450 EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION (3)
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the administrative aspects of early childhood programs. This course will prepare students to plan a facility, identify program goals, work with community resources, collaborate with schools, families, and other early childhood programs, implement an early childhood program, and evaluate program quality. *Pre-requisite: ECED 1150
ECED 2900 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
(Previously known as ECE 290)