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ECE 2112.
Basic Child Growth and Development I:
Prerequisite: Score
of 75 or above on the writing portion of the COMPASS or 19 or
above on the English portion of the ACTE. A study of the
developmental principles of the developmental stages of the
child from birth to age eight. Involves both observation and
lecture.
ECE 2212.
Basic Child Growth and Development II:
Prerequisite:
Completion of ECE 2112. A study of the developmental principles
of the developmental states of the children from age nine to
eighteen. Involves both observation and lecture.
ECE 2312.
Foundations and Theories in Early Childhood Education:
Prerequisite: Score of 75 or above on the writing portion of the
COMPASS or 19 or above on the English portion of the ACTE. An
introduction to the profession including historical and social
foundations, awareness of value issues, ethical and legal
issues, staff relations, and the importance of becoming an
advocate for children and families.
ECE 2513.
Curriculum for Early Childhood Education:
Corequisites: ECE
2112 and ECE 2312. A study and application in the field of the
theoretical base for early learning. Covers curriculum for
young children based on research and theory.
ECE 2613.
Methods and Materials Using Developmentally Appropriate
Practices and Activities for Young Children:
Prerequisites:
Completion of ECE 2112 and 2312. A combination of classroom and
field-based experiences stressing developmentally appropriate
techniques and materials fostering successful development and
learning in young children.
ECE 2991-9.
Practicum in Early Childhood Education:
Prerequisites:
Completion of 12 hours of ECE courses taken for meeting
assessment requirements for the Child Development Associate
credential. Variable credit available for documented early
childhood training related to the principles and procedures
which support the development and operation of an effective
early childhood education program. Credit may also be awarded
for portfolio development for the Child Development Associate
assessment. Equivalencies for awarding credit will be
determined by the advisor in accordance with guidelines of the
National Association for the Education of Young children (NAEYC).
Additional coursework approved by the advisor may be applied
toward any balance of credit needed to complete the nine hours. |
