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Early Learning: Play And The Arts (ECH128) 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.

Learning Made Visible Through Documentation (ECH140) 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.

Child Development (ECH176) 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

Child Development Associate Preparation Practicum I (ECH267) 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 (CFS123, or CFS125, or CFS/ECH287) and (CFS/ECH271, or ECH280) and (CFS101AH, or CFS101AJ, or CFS101AP, or CFS101AR, or CFS160, or CFS/ECH275, or ECH236, or ECH279, or ECH281) and (CFS116, or ECH282, or ITD201) and (CFS285AA or ITD204).

Child Development Associate Preparation Practicum II (ECH268) 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).

Child Care Seminar (ECH269) 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.

Observing Young Children (ECH270) 1 Credit

Introduction to techniques of observing young children. Recording methods, interpretation and use of collected information including legal and ethical implications. Prerequisites: None.

Arranging the Environment (ECH271) 1 Credit

Exploration of the influence of the environment on the behavior of young children. Indoor and outdoor spaces considered and analysis of environments practiced. Prerequisites: None.

Science For The Young Child (ECH272) 1 Credit

Methods and techniques for encouraging beginning scientific thinking among young children. Focus upon the theory of Jean Piaget. Prerequisites: None.

Math for the Young Child (ECH273) 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.

Literacy Development and the Young Child (ECH275) 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.

Early Childhood Curriculum Development (ECH279) 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.

Food Experiences With Young Children (ECH280) 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.

Movement/Music for the Young Child (ECH281) 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.

Discipline/Guidance Of Child Groups (ECH282) 1 Credit

Exploration of techniques for guiding children in groups with focus on individual child and adult needs for a disciplined environment. Prerequisites: None.

Early Childhood Teaching Internship (ECH284AB) 3 Credits

Work experience in child care centers. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Maximum of 6 credits allowed. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CFS/ECH176 and permission of Department or Division. Corequisites: CFS/ECH269.

Professional Development in Early Childhood Education (ECH287) 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.

Community Resources and Referral (ECH288) 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.

Special Projects (ECH298AC) 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.