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ECH128: Early Learning: Play and the Arts
– 3 credits
Examines theory, research and practices relating to play and the creative arts in early childhood. Considers practical constraints and alternative perspectives. Prerequisites: None.
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12112
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- T. Phillips
Open
22 of 25 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
8-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12632
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- T. Phillips
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
8-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH140: Learning Made Visible Through Documentation
– 1 credit
The study of documentation in early childhood environments including strategies to reflect on children's thinking, hypothesis development, and the multiple relationships essential in the learning environments. Prerequisites: None.
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Instructors
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13472
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. O'Brien
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook for this course. The course materials will be available within the lessons of the course. These materials include websites, articles, and videos all accessed in the course lessons.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13473
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook for this course. The course materials will be available within the lessons of the course. These materials include websites, articles, and videos all accessed in the course lessons.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH141: Explore the Fundamentals of the Reggio Emilia Approach
– 1 credit
Investigation and critically examination of the integral elements of the organization and philosophy of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. Prerequisites: None.
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Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13975
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
06/14 –
06/27
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Colunga
- J. Hicks
Open
18 of 20 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Book Information
ECH267: Child Development Associate Preparation Practicum I
– 1 credit
Participation in early childhood education related work experience for the purpose of final preparation for the Child Development Associate (CDA) national credential process. Prerequisites: None.
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Delivery
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Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
16729
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- K. Fenderson Gonzales
Open
7 of 12 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Students are required to co-enroll in ECH267, ECH268 and ECH288
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Book Information
ECH268: Child Development Associate Preparation Practicum II
– 1 credit
Participation in early childhood education related work experience for the purpose of final preparation for the Child Development Associate (CDA) national credential process. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CFS178, or CFS194AB, or CFS192, or CFS193), and (CFS/ECH287, or CFS278, or CFS196), and ECH270, and (CFS/ECH176 or CFS205).
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Location
Delivery
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Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
16730
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- K. Fenderson Gonzales
Open
7 of 12 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Students are required to co-enroll in ECH267, ECH268 and ECH288
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Book Information
ECH269: Child Care Seminar
– 1 credit
Emphasizes the blend of job-related activities including career exploration, employment procedures, human relations, and on-the-job issues. Note: CFS/ECH269 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.
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13300
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Pyles
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
There is no textbook required for this course. All required readings and/or viewings are presented in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13301
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Pyles
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
There is no textbook required for this course. All required readings and/or viewings are presented in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH270: Observing Young Children
– 1 credit
Introduction to techniques of observing young children. Recording methods, interpretation and use of collected information including legal and ethical implications. Prerequisites: None.
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12113
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Kirk
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12114
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Kirk
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH271: Arranging the Environment
– 1 credit
Exploration of the influence of the environment on the behavior and development of young children. Considers indoor and outdoor spaces from the perspective of safety, age-related needs, spatial requirements, and usage. Prerequisites: None.
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Instructors
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12115
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Evans
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12116
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
24 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH272: Science for the Young Child
– 1 credit
Methods and techniques for encouraging beginning scientific thinking among young children. Focus upon the theory of Jean Piaget. Prerequisites: None.
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Instructors
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13287
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Evans
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
No materials are required for this course.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13288
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
No materials are required for this course.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13894
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
05/31 –
06/13
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Colunga
- J. Hicks
Open
12 of 15 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13952
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
05/31 –
06/13
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Colunga
- J. Hicks
Open
14 of 15 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH273: Math for the Young Child
– 1 credit
Methods and techniques for encouraging the beginnings of mathematical/logical thought with young children. Focus upon the theory of Jean Piaget. Prerequisites: None.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13294
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Evans
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13295
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH275: Literacy Development and the Young Child
– 1 credit
Literacy from birth through the early childhood years. Focus on developmentally appropriate ways to encourage speaking, listening, writing, and reading in the home and classroom. Prerequisites: None.
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Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13492
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- S. Banner
Open
15 of 15 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13493
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- S. Banner
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH279: Early Childhood Curriculum Development
– 1 credit
An intensive focus on the process of building curriculum units appropriate to the developmental needs and abilities of the young child. Design, use and evaluation of materials and activities. Prerequisites: None. Note: ECH279 may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.
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Location
Delivery
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Instructors
Availability
13456
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- D. Lopez
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13457
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH280: Food Experiences with Young Children
– 1 credit
A discussion of the nutritional needs of young children and the cultural and social meanings of foods, feeding and eating. Includes planning and managing food experiences in home and group settings. Prerequisites: None.
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Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
12117
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Kelly
Open
18 of 18 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading is included within the lesson content and via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12118
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Kelly
Open
15 of 15 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading is included within the lesson content and via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH281: Movement/Music for the Young Child
– 1 credit
Consideration of motor development in the toddler through the 8-year-old and exploration of age-appropriate rhythmic, musical and creative movement methods. Prerequisites: None.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13458
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- C. Evans
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13459
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
24 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook required for this course. All required reading materials are listed in the lessons via hyperlinks.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH282: Discipline/Guidance of Child Groups
– 1 credit
Exploration of techniques for guiding children in groups with focus on individual child and adult needs for a disciplined environment. Prerequisites: None.
Class#
Location
Delivery
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Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
12119
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Kelly
Open
18 of 18 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook for this course. The course materials will be available within the lessons of the course. These materials include websites, articles, and videos all accessed in the course lessons.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12120
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Kelly
Open
14 of 15 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook for this course. The course materials will be available within the lessons of the course. These materials include websites, articles, and videos all accessed in the course lessons.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH287: Professional Development in Early Childhood Education
– 1 credit
Emerging professionalism within the field of early childhood education. Consideration of job responsibilities, rewards, ethics and current issues facing practitioners. Includes assessment and career planning. Prerequisites: None.
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Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
13337
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- J. Matthews
Open
15 of 15 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook for this course. The course materials will be available within the lessons of the course. These materials include websites, articles, and videos.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13338
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available
-
Notes
- Notes: Six (6) Week Class
3-week class option available
There is no textbook for this course. The course materials will be available within the lessons of the course. These materials include websites, articles, and videos.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
ECH288: Community Resources and Referral
– 1 credit
Survey of current community agencies, resources, and support groups for a variety of child and family needs. Considers appropriate procedures for referral, handling of information, confidentiality and follow up. Prerequisites: None.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
16731
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025
N/A
N/A
- K. Fenderson Gonzales
Open
7 of 12 Seats Available
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Notes
- Notes: Students are required to co-enroll in ECH267, ECH268 and ECH288
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Book Information
ECH128: Early Learning: Play and the Arts – 3 credits
Examines theory, research and practices relating to play and the creative arts in early childhood. Considers practical constraints and alternative perspectives. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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12112
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
22 of 25 Seats Available |
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12632
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
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Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH140: Learning Made Visible Through Documentation – 1 credit
The study of documentation in early childhood environments including strategies to reflect on children's thinking, hypothesis development, and the multiple relationships essential in the learning environments. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13472
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
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Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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13473
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
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Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH141: Explore the Fundamentals of the Reggio Emilia Approach – 1 credit
Investigation and critically examination of the integral elements of the organization and philosophy of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13975
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
06/14 –
06/27
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
18 of 20 Seats Available |
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ECH267: Child Development Associate Preparation Practicum I – 1 credit
Participation in early childhood education related work experience for the purpose of final preparation for the Child Development Associate (CDA) national credential process. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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16729
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
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Open
7 of 12 Seats Available |
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ECH268: Child Development Associate Preparation Practicum II – 1 credit
Participation in early childhood education related work experience for the purpose of final preparation for the Child Development Associate (CDA) national credential process. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CFS178, or CFS194AB, or CFS192, or CFS193), and (CFS/ECH287, or CFS278, or CFS196), and ECH270, and (CFS/ECH176 or CFS205).
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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16730
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
7 of 12 Seats Available |
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ECH269: Child Care Seminar – 1 credit
Emphasizes the blend of job-related activities including career exploration, employment procedures, human relations, and on-the-job issues. Note: CFS/ECH269 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13300
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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13301
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH270: Observing Young Children – 1 credit
Introduction to techniques of observing young children. Recording methods, interpretation and use of collected information including legal and ethical implications. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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12113
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
|
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12114
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH271: Arranging the Environment – 1 credit
Exploration of the influence of the environment on the behavior and development of young children. Considers indoor and outdoor spaces from the perspective of safety, age-related needs, spatial requirements, and usage. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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12115
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available |
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12116
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
24 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH272: Science for the Young Child – 1 credit
Methods and techniques for encouraging beginning scientific thinking among young children. Focus upon the theory of Jean Piaget. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13287
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available |
|
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|
13288
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
|
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|
13894
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
05/31 –
06/13
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
12 of 15 Seats Available |
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|
13952
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
05/31 –
06/13
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
14 of 15 Seats Available |
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ECH273: Math for the Young Child – 1 credit
Methods and techniques for encouraging the beginnings of mathematical/logical thought with young children. Focus upon the theory of Jean Piaget. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
13294
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available |
|
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13295
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
|
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ECH275: Literacy Development and the Young Child – 1 credit
Literacy from birth through the early childhood years. Focus on developmentally appropriate ways to encourage speaking, listening, writing, and reading in the home and classroom. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13492
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
15 of 15 Seats Available |
|
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13493
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available |
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ECH279: Early Childhood Curriculum Development – 1 credit
An intensive focus on the process of building curriculum units appropriate to the developmental needs and abilities of the young child. Design, use and evaluation of materials and activities. Prerequisites: None. Note: ECH279 may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13456
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available |
|
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13457
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH280: Food Experiences with Young Children – 1 credit
A discussion of the nutritional needs of young children and the cultural and social meanings of foods, feeding and eating. Includes planning and managing food experiences in home and group settings. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12117
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
18 of 18 Seats Available |
|
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12118
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
15 of 15 Seats Available |
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ECH281: Movement/Music for the Young Child – 1 credit
Consideration of motor development in the toddler through the 8-year-old and exploration of age-appropriate rhythmic, musical and creative movement methods. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13458
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
11 of 11 Seats Available |
|
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13459
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
24 of 25 Seats Available |
|
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ECH282: Discipline/Guidance of Child Groups – 1 credit
Exploration of techniques for guiding children in groups with focus on individual child and adult needs for a disciplined environment. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12119
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
18 of 18 Seats Available |
|
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|
12120
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
14 of 15 Seats Available |
|
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ECH287: Professional Development in Early Childhood Education – 1 credit
Emerging professionalism within the field of early childhood education. Consideration of job responsibilities, rewards, ethics and current issues facing practitioners. Includes assessment and career planning. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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13337
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
04/28 –
06/16
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
15 of 15 Seats Available |
|
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13338
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
07/07 –
08/11
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
25 of 25 Seats Available |
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ECH288: Community Resources and Referral – 1 credit
Survey of current community agencies, resources, and support groups for a variety of child and family needs. Considers appropriate procedures for referral, handling of information, confidentiality and follow up. Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
16731
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
05/27 –
07/17
Summer 2025 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
7 of 12 Seats Available |
|
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