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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.

ECH140: Learning Made Visible Through Documentation – 1 credit

The study of pedagogical documentation in early childhood settings, including strategies to reflect on children's thinking, hypothesis development, and multiple relationships essential in learning environments. Prerequisites: None.

ECH176: Child Development – 3 credits

Study of the science of human development from conception through adolescence. Includes observation skills, parent and adult roles in the lives of children, and contemporary issues. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: SB

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.

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: None.

ECH269: Early Childhood Education Seminar – 1 credit

Emphasizes professional experiences including employment procedures, human relations, employment related issues, and career exploration. Note: CFS/ECH269 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

ECH270: Observing Young Children – 1 credit

Introduction to observation techniques, recording methods and interpretation of collected data for children from birth to age eight while addressing legal and ethical implications. Prerequisites: None.

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.

ECH272: Science and the Young Child – 1 credit

Methods and techniques for recognizing and supporting scientific thinking in young children between the ages of birth and age eight. Focus upon social constructivist theory. Prerequisites: None.

ECH273: Math and the Young Child – 1 credit

Methods and techniques for recognizing and supporting mathematical thought in young children between the ages of birth through age eight. Focus upon social constructivist theory. Prerequisites: None.

ECH275: Literacy Development and the Young Child – 1 credit

Literacy development from birth through age eight. Focus on communication and multiliteracies within social contexts. Prerequisites: None.

ECH279: Early Childhood Curriculum Development – 1 credit

An intensive focus on the process of building curriculum appropriate to the interests and capabilities through the use of design, implementation and evaluation of materials and experiences for children, birth through age eight. Prerequisites: None. Note: ECH279 may be repeated for a total of four (4) credit hours.

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.

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.

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.

ECH284AA: Early Childhood Teaching Internship – 1 credit

Work experience in child care centers. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Note: CFS/ECH284AA may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CFS/ECH176 and permission of Department or Division.

ECH284AB: Early Childhood Teaching Internship – 3 credits

Work experience in early care and education settings centers. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Note: CFS/ECH284AB may be repeated for a total of six (6) credit hours. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

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.

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.

ECH298AC: Special Projects – 3 credits

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.