ECED 1010 Introduction to Early Childhood Education (2)
Orientation to the profession. Topics include professionalism, family relationships, individual and cultural diversity, child development, developmentally appropriate practice, observation and assessment, learning environment, health and safety, and guidance.
ECED 2015 Early Childhood Curriculum (3)
A survey of the theoretical models and services available to parents and children. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITE: ECED 1010.
ECED 2010 Safe, Healthy Learning Environments (3)
A study of the basic principles of good health as they relate to the child in the family, care center, and community. Includes child nutrition, growth, disease and accident prevention, and safety. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITE: ECED 1010.
ECED2020 Infant, Toddler, Child Development (3)
The study of the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the young child and their application to the care, guidance, and development of the child from birth to eight years of age. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITE: ECED 2010.
ECED 2030 Infant and Toddler Care (3)
A course in methods of providing safe, competent individual and group care, as well as a warm and secure emotional atmosphere for infants and toddlers. Includes procedures for stimulating the intellectual and physical development of infants and toddlers in addition to basic care-giving skills. Course open to non-majors (i.e., parents, parents-to-be, baby-sitters).
ECED 2040 Family Dynamics and Community Involvement (3)
The role of the family and community in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional growth of the child in a diverse society. Laboratory observation and interaction. Prerequisite: ECED 1010.
ECED 2050 Psychomotor Development (3)
The major theories of psychomotor development and the application to the development of the young child. Particular emphasis is placed on the positive development of motor skills. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITE: ECED 1010.
ECED 2060 Development of Exceptional Children (3)
This course covers physical disabilities, mental retardation, sensory impairment, the gifted child, and the accessing and coordinating of community resources to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment and services. Students will learn to interpret diagnostic instruments and to write programs to meet the special needs of exceptional children. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITE: ECED 2050.
ECED 2070 Developmental Assessment (3)
A study of the basic instruments and checklists leading to competency in screening children for developmental problems. The course will also consider appropriate community support programs and referral procedures. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITE: ECED 2050.
ECED 2080 Language and Literacy in Early Childhood (3)
The research-based principles and practices for providing young children age birth to nine a strong foundation in language and literacy within a developmentally appropriate approach. Field experiences required.
ECED 2085 Math and Science in Early Childhood (3)
A course on the standards, principles, and practices in teaching mathematics and science to young children age birth to nine. An emphasis will be placed on developing an integrated math and science curriculum that includes appropriate content, processes, environment and materials, and child-centered choices. Field experiences required.
ECED 2090 Creative Development (3)
A course dealing with theories, teaching techniques, and basic program components of early childhood art instruction. Emphasizes value of art in physical-mental and social-emotional growth of young children. Explores use of art media, creative play activities, and methods of incorporating creativity into other curricular areas.
ECED 2100 The Mentoring Teacher (3)
A study of the philosophy, principles, and methods of mentoring adults who have varying levels of training. Emphasis will be on the role of mentors as facilitators of adult learning while simultaneously addressing the needs of children, parents, and other staff.
ECED 2110 Advanced Learning Environments (3)
This course focuses on the skill, knowledge, and materials development which are necessary in the provision of a developmentally appropriate environment for young children. Laboratory observation and interaction. PREREQUISITES: ECED 2015 and ECED 2020.
ECED 2120 Administration of Child Care Centers (3)
A Study of organization and administration practices applicable to the child care center. Topics of special consideration will be staff-management relations, state and local licensing standards, national accreditation, CDA standards, tax laws, legal liabilities, and the effect these topics will have on the care of the child. Laboratory observation and interaction.
ECED 2130 Clinical Practicum I (2)
Supervised pre -or in-service practicum. Minimum of 45 clock hours must be completed in an NAEYC, NAFDDS, or NSACA accredited agency, or TECTA approved site. PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of ECED 1010, ECED 2015, ECED 2010, and ECED 2020.
ECED 2140 Clinical Practicum II (2)
Supervised pre- or in-service practicum. Minimum of 45 clock hours must be completed in an NAEYC, NAFCC, or NSACA accredited agency, or TECTA approved site. PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of ECED 2130 and ECED 2040.
ECED 2150 Clinical Practicum III (2)
Supervised practicum experience with a minimum of 15 clock hours in seminar and 45 clock hours of approved early childhood practical experiences. This course focuses on the student's demonstration of competencies that produce developmental outcomes for young children age birth to nine.
