1203 Contemporary Parenting. An introductory course covering basic principles of child management. Parenting skills and guidance techniques that foster self-worth in children are stressed as are positive and effective methods of discipline and control.
2203 Creative Expression for Early Childhood Programs. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education program. Characteristics and processes of creativity as expressed by children from age two to eight are reviewed. Planning and production of materials that enhance creativity in self-expressive thought and play are emphasized. (Sp)
3001 Mentoring I. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education program. Fosters professional development of early childhood education students and facilitates their successful participation in the Teacher Education program. Professional opportunities in the field and professional organizations will be identified. Students will continue development of their portfolio documenting their development in the Teacher Education program. (F)
3211 Fundamentals I Laboratory. Corequisite: 3213. Designed to provide students with the opportunity to implement what they are learning in other courses as they interact with children in a classroom setting. Students will carry out assignments during this lab that have been assigned in EDEC 3213 as well as other specialization classes. (F)
3213 Fundamentals of Instruction of the Preschool Child, Part I: Social/Emotional Skills. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education program, and 2203; corequisite: 3001, 3211 and EDLT 3183. Links theory and research to preschool teaching. Includes materials on ways to foster social and emotional well-being and enhance creativity in children. Effective methods of discipline and a multiethnic approach to curriculum are emphasized. Includes weekly participation in an approved preschool program. (F)
3221 Fundamentals II Laboratory. Corequisite: 3223. Designed to provide students with the opportunity to implement what they are learning in other courses as they interact with children in a classroom setting. Students will carry out assignments during this lab that have been assigned in EDEC 3223 as well as other specialization classes. (Sp)
3223 Fundamentals of Instruction of the Preschool Child, Part II: Language and Cognitive Processes. Prerequisite: 3213; corequisite: 3221 and EDLT 4303. Links theory and research to practical preschool teaching. The development of mental ability and reasoning skills is stressed as are effective strategies for encouraging language development and prereading skills. Special attention is given to the needs of children from low income families. Weekly participation in an approved preschool program is required. (Sp)
3233 Teacher, Parent, Child Relationships in Early Childhood Programs. Prerequisite: 3213 or permission of instructor. Includes techniques for parent conferencing and referrals, planning and presenting effective parent education meetings, parent involvement in the classroom and experience in making home visits. Focuses on family needs when children are aged two to eight. To be taken concurrently with 3223. (Sp)
3413 Early Childhood Development. Social, physical and cognitive influences on behavior during the preschool years are described and explained. The developmental implications of changing from caregiver to peer relationships are examined. (Sp)
4001 Mentoring II. Prerequisite: 3001. Fosters continued professional development of early childhood education majors and facilitates their successful participation in the Teacher Education program. Professional development opportunities outside the classroom are discussed. Students continue work on a portfolio showing their continued development as future teachers. (F)
4121 Curriculum Laboratory. Corequisite: 4123. Designed to provide students with the opportunity to implement what they are learning in other courses as they interact with children in a classroom setting. Students will carry out assignments during this lab that have been assigned in EDEC 4123 as well as other specialization classes. (F)
4123 Curriculum of Early Childhood Education. Prerequisite: 3223 and EIPT 3483; corequisite: 4001 and 4121. A comprehensive study of the scope of early childhood education with specific concern for curriculum foundation and organization. (F) [V]
4203 Program Planning and Leadership in Early Childhood Programs. Prerequisite: 3223. Focuses on administrative aspects of early childhood programs outside the realm of the elementary school. Leadership and professional development issues are examined. Staff supervision, financial management, program policies, health and safety, and the physical environment are addressed. Unique initiatives and features of the early childhood profession are explored. (F)
G6033 Theory and Research in Early Childhood Education. Prerequisite: graduate standing or permission of instructor. Designed to facilitate student's understanding of various theories relevant to early childhood education. In-depth analysis of various theories will be accompanied by examination of research guided by these theoretical perspectives. Discussion will include how these theoretical views and the research associated with them influences the field. (Irreg.)
G6203 History, Philosophy and Future Trends in Early Childhood Programs. Prerequisite: graduate standing. A review of the history and philosophy of child care from Rousseau to the present; discussion of various early childhood education models in the United States and abroad is included. Implications of current research and policy for early childhood programs are emphasized. (Irreg.)
G6303 Parent Involvement and Parent Education. Prerequisite: graduate standing. This seminar explores current developments in parent involvement and parent education. Research on parent education programs and parent involvement will be discussed as well as the effects of each on children and families. Interventions designed for various populations of children and families are examined. (Irreg.)
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