This course focuses on the selection, construction, and use of materials, activities and experiences that encourage the young child’s (3-8 year olds) creativity and aesthetic appreciation through the visual arts, music, body movement, and dramatic play.

This course introduces a variety of observation, assessment and guidance strategies used in early childhood education settings birth through age eight.

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.

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.

An overview of early childhood education, history, trends and the philosophies of various programs, diversity, inclusion, licensing standards, current legislation, professionalism, and advocacy are examined.

This course will focus on the development of literacy and language skills from birth to age eight. The student will plan and prepare developmentally appropriate language and literacy activities.

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 child care 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.

Students will complete at least 90 hours of practical work experience in a licensed site. Students will demonstrate application of concepts learned through prior early childhood education courses relating to infants and toddlers. Students will be supervised and evaluated on their ability to apply prior learning regarding curriculum planning, developmentally appropriate practice, and creating an effective learning environment for infants and toddlers. *Pre- or co-requisites: ECED 1220, ECED 1110, and instructor permission.

This course focuses on typical/atypical development of the child ages 5-12 years in the domains of physical growth and motor skills, cognition and language, and social/emotional development.

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children six weeks through 3-8 years of-age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in selected child care 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 preschool and school age children are also presented. Students are required to complete a minimum of 90 clock hours of practical work experience. A passing grade of “C” or better is required for ECE majors. *Prerequisite: ECED 1220, Pre- or co/requisite: ECED 1230

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 selected 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 3-5 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. *Pre- or Co-requisite: ECED 1230

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children six weeks through 18 months-of-age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in selected 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 ECE majors. *Pre- or Co-requisite: ECED 1110

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the developmental stages of children six weeks through 18 months-of-age by participating in hands-on learning experiences in selected 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.

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 selected 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.

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. *Strongly suggested: Prior knowledge of child growth and development.

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.

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.

This course will focus on a systematic approach to effective program planning and operations and will include specific plans for meeting the needs of children and their families. Emphasis will be placed on organization, policy and procedures, record keeping, staff management, and budgeting. Future trends toward child care operations will be examined.

(Previously known as ECE 290)