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Course
Descriptions
Broome Community
College
Cayuga Community College
SUNY Cobleskill
Corning Community College
Herkimer County Community College
Hudson Valley Community College
Jamestown Community College
Jefferson Community College
Onondaga Community College
Sullivan County Community College
Broome
Community College
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Section
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Course
Name
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Credits
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Introduction
to Early Education
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3
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Introduction
to preschool and primary education. An overview of career options
in professional education, child development, learning theories
with a historical perspective, parent involvement, and contemporary
issues in education including diversity. Classroom observations
required. Required for Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Majors. |
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Curriculum
Development
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3
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Methods
and materials for planning developmentally appropriate curriculum
for young children, including art, music, creative movement, language,
mathematics, science, nutrition, manipulative play, dramatics
and early literacy. Practice activities in local child care settings. |
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Literacy
and Language in Early Childhood
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3
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Developmental
stages of literacy and language with an emphasis on planning appropriate
curriculum to promote language and literacy in early childhood
classrooms along with evaluation of diversity in children?s literature
and English as a second language. |
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Techniques
of Observation & Evaluation
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3
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Develops
skills and methods of observing young children in structured and
unstructured situations. Covers ethics, interpretations of children's
behavior in light of development. Implications of evaluations.
Required of Early Childhood Majors. |
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Infants
and Toddlers
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3
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Developmental
milestones of children under 3 years old are the basis for planning
individualized activities and preparing quality environments.
Appropriate practices in centers and homes are examined with emphasis
on sharing the caring relationships between families and providers. |
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Field
Experience I
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4
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Group
seminar meets weekly to guide the student in the role of the teacher
in the early childhood setting. Site placements are assigned for
practical experience under supervision, working with young childrfen
for 12 weeks. Novice, experienced and employed students are observed
by college supervisor. Prerequisite: 30 hours of counseled coursework
including ECE 120. |
| ECE
201 |
Field
Experience II
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4
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Group
seminar meets weekly to further develop professional practice.
Site placements are assigned for practical experience under supervision,
working with young children for 12 weeks. Novice, experienced
and employed students are observed by college supervisor. Prerequisite:
30 hours of counseled coursework including ECE 120. |
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Special
Needs Children in Early Education
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3
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Identification
and implications of state mandates for children with special needs.
Explores the principles and practices of facilitating the learning
of special needs children in group settings. Parents role in educational
plan. Prerequisite: PSY 211 Child Development (Concurrent Enrollment
Considered). |
| ECE
223 |
Child
Guidance in the Classroom
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3
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Developmental
expectations of behavior of toddlers through elementary age
children, environmental and social strategies to help children
develop inner controls. Dealing with difficult children.
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Cayuga
Community College
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Section |
Course Name |
Credits |
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Field Placement I |
3 |
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Taken Concurrently with ECH101. Provides practical experience with children from birth to eight years of age. Students will gain knowledge about early childhood programs, trends and philosophies while observing and working in an early childhood classroom. Students observe in-community early childhood settings on a weekly basis for the entire semester. Six hours field experience weekly. |
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Children's Literature |
3 |
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A survey course covering traditional and contemporary children's literature. Fairy tales and other works emerging from oral tradition, picture books, poetry, juvenile novels, and non-fiction and informational books are all considered, both for their general literary qualities and in terms of what they have to offer to children. The course aims to develop students' critical perceptiveness. NOTE: This course is required for Early Childhood students and for those planning a career in elementary education. May also be used as an English or Liberal Arts elective, but cannot be taken in lieu of required literature courses. Prerequisites: ENGL 101 |
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Child Psychology |
3 |
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Examines human growth and development from conception to puberty. Students are exposed to a scientific perspective regarding theory and research in the areas of physical,cognitive and psychosocial development. Topics include childbirth, language development,child abuse and parenting styles. Prerequisites: PSY 101 |
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SUNY
Cobleskill
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Section
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Course
Name
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Credits
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Expressive
Arts
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3
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An introduction
to the theoretical and philosophical issues involved in the expressive
arts, music, creativity, and aesthetic education, with emphasis
on developmentally appropriate practice and young children's holistic
development. The course presents a hands-on practical approach
to art materials and their safe use and function with children
ages 2 to 8, awareness of diverse needs, multicultural backgrounds,
and anti-bias strategies will be included. A portfolio will be
developed to demonstrate skills, knowledge, and understandings
of course content. |
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Topics
in Early Childhood
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3
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An
in depth study of specific topics in the field of early childhood.
Topics to be announced. Prerequisites: Second year early childhood
standing or permission of instructor.
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| ECHD260 |
Foundations
of Modern Education
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3
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A study
of the philosophic, historic and cultural foundations of present
day educational programs. This course serves as an important resource
area in evaluating current approaches to child development, early
education and early intervention. The ethical and professional
roles of early childhood personnel are considered. Prerequisites:
Second year status or permission of instructor |
| ECHD280 |
Children
with Special Needs
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3
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An introduction
to childhood exceptionalities in the disability categories of
sensory, health, physical, learning communication, and behavior
disorders as well as covering autism, ADHD, traumatic brain injury
and giftedness. Definitions, assessment, diagnosis, incidence,
causes, instructional strategies, issues, and trends are examined
in each category of exceptionality. An overview of laws, policies,
and practices with emphasis on Individuals with Disabilities Education
Act and placement of students in special education will be covered.
In addition, the importance of early intervention, transition,
and parental involvement will be discussed. Prerequisite: ECHD
170 |
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Families
as Partners in Early Childhood Programs
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3
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An examination
of the importance of families as partners with early childhood
staff in the provision of early care and education for their
children. Includes a historical perspective of parent involvement
and parent education programs, recognition of parents as the
primary educators and caregivers of their children, and the
development of true partnerships as families, teachers, and
administrators work together to support and enhance a child's
development at home and in school. Prerequisites; ECHD 130,
ECHD 170, ECHD 280 (may take concurrently) or with permission
of the instructor.
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Corning
Community College
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Section
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Course
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Credits
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Foundations
of Education
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3
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The aims
of public education in our society; philosophical, historical,
economic, political and social bases of our educational system.
Current trends in education; popular myths about the teaching
profession; roles, responsibilities, problems and concerns of
teachers. (ASN). Cannot be used to meet liberal arts or social
sciences requirements. |
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Introduction
to Early Childhood Education
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3
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Survey
of early childhood education theories and principles and the alternative
settings available for the care and education of young children.
Emphasis on defining program quality as it pertains to developmentally
appropriate care and other characteristics of the child care environment. |
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Observing
and Recording the Behavior of Young Children
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3
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An introduction
to methods of making behavioral records of young children, both
as clinical tools in a "helping" relationship and as
guides for curriculum planning of teachers. Prerequisite: EE 101
or eligible for EN 105. Lecture/field observations/projects. |
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The
Infant & Toddler: Development & Practice
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3
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The complex
process of development in the human infant from conception to
three years of age. Physical, social, cognitive, and emotional
areas with suggestions for activities to promote optimal infant
development. (ASN). Prerequisite: EE 101 or eligible for EN 105. |
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Teaching
in the Diverse Classroom
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3
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Intended
for prospective teachers of grades Pre K through 12, the course
focuses on the pedagogical needs of diverse student populations.
The course will provide students with a background in the areas
of special education, bilingualism, multiculturalism and diversity
while exploring instructional strategies appropriate to meet
the needs of all students.
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Herkimer
County Community College
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Section
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Course
Name
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Credits
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Introduction
to Early Childhood Education
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3
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This course
is designed to develop the student's ability to design developmentally
appropriate programs that are supportive and inclusive of all
children's needs. Topics to be covered include: a teacher's role
and responsibilities, children's basic needs, environmental design,
health and safety policies and procedures, an historical overview.
Observation in early childhood settings is included. |
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Curriculum
and Methods in Teaching Early Childhood Education
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3
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This course
is designed to develop the student's ability to creatively design
a developmentally-appropriate (emergent) curriculum that is supportive
of the "whole child," from birth through age eight.
The student will also learn how to utilize teaching methodologies
to best meet each child's individual learning style. Prerequisite:
ED 100. |
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Practicum
in Education
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3
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This pre-service
teaching experience is designed to provide the student with opportunities
to observe and participate under the supervision of qualified
professionals in diverse programs serving children and teens.
Weekly class seminars will be held to provide opportunities for
further study, analysis, evaluation and discussion of field experiences.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor is required. |
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Literature
for Children
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3
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This course
is designed as a survey of literature written for children. Emphasis
is on the selection and analysis of books for children from preschool
age through junior school ages. |
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Introduction
to Exceptionalities
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3
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This
course is designed to provide information on the various exceptionalities
and on the basic educational services provided to individuals
with disabilities. |
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Developmental
Psychology
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3
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Designed
to introduce students to the physical, psychomotor, cognitive,
social and emotional aspects of human development, from conception
to death.
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Hudson
Valley Community College
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Section
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Course
Name
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Credits
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Developmentally
Appropriate Practices for Infants and Toddlers
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3
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This course
will examine infant & toddler care both in center and home-based
settings. The developmental theory of very young children will
be the grounding framework for exploring issues of environment,
scheduling, programming, staffing, parental relationships, child
guidance, health, safety and regulatory guidelines. Students will
observe an infant and a toddler throughout the semester and participate
in a toy making workshop. The work of important theorists, researchers
and clinical practitioners will be included. |
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Guidance
of Young Children
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3
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This
course is an examination of guidance techniques and program routines
as they relate to the development of young children. Students
complete a case study of one child based on weekly observations
in field placements. Offered Fall, Spring |
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Tech
of Teaching Through Play
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4
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This
course examines how children learn math, science, and social studies
through play. Students participate in lab activities that guide
young children in learning skills and practice the techniques
in their field placement each week. Offered Spring, Summer. |
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Introduction
to Administration of Early Childhood Programs
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3
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This course
will examine the components of planning and administering early
childhood programs in day care centers, nursery schools, preschools
and Head Start settings. The student will develop a foundation
for determining the framework of a program including philosophy,
policy, daily operations, housing, equipment, financing, budgeting,
staff supervision and development. The implementation of a developmentally
appropriate early childhood program will be examined and emphasized
including the administrator?s role in curriculum development,
providing nutrition, health and safety services, assessing and
reporting children?s progress and parent involvement. |
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Child
Development
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3
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Human
development from the conception through the school years is described
and related to current research and theories. An ecological approach
is used to broaden the students? knowledge of the many systems
which influence development. The interdependence among all aspects
of growth and development is emphasized. The needs of infants
and children at each age and stage are related to their day to
day care and educational programs. Up to 30 hours of unsupervised
field experiences may also be required in this course. |
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Exceptionalities
in the School and Community
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3
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This course
will guide students in determining a child's developmental readiness,
learning style and social/emotional needs. The course will explore
the origins of special education, current legislation that affects
preschool children and adaptations in curriculum for children
with special needs. Topics include blindness, deafness, sensory
deficits, emotional disturbance, learning disabilities, mental
disabilities, giftedness and physical disabilities. |
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Foundations
of Education in America
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3
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Recent
research is used in this course to survey trends and issues that
affect early childhood development. Theories that have shaped
early childhood education and a historical examination of childhood
are reviewed. Special issues that involve early childhood education
are examined. |
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Inclusive
Learning Designs
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3
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This course
will explore teaching techniques and learning environments which
best meet the needs of all types of learners including children
who are physically, mentally, or socially challenged. The course
will also explore the philosophy of "inclusive education"
by exploring the characteristics of an inclusive program, offering
a historical perspective and legislative overview as well as discussing
a wide range of innovative teaching methodologies. Students will
have an opportunity to complete a project which demonstrates integration
of course content. |
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Inclusive
Learning Designs
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3
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This
course will explore teaching techniques and learning environments
which best meet the needs of all types of learners including
children who are physically, mentally, or socially challenged.
The course will also explore the philosophy of "inclusive
education" by exploring the characteristics of an inclusive
program and by offering a historical perspective and legislative
overview, as well as discussing a wide range of innovative teaching
methodologies methodologies. Students will have an opportunity
to complete a project which demonstrates integration of course
content. Offered on demand, DL.
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Jamestown Community College
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Course Name |
Credits |
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Child Development |
3 |
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Students will demonstrate an understanding of development from conception to adolescence, including knowledge or research methods, theories, adn facutal information. They will apply that knowledge to important issues that affect children from diverse cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Through a series of exercises, students will improve their ability to observe children and write about what they observe. Prerequisites: General PSY and College Composition.
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Jefferson
Community College
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Section
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Course
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Credits
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Introduction
to Early Development and Education
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3
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This course is an introduction to early and primary education. It provides an overview of the Early Childhood Profession and related careers. Developmentally effective approaches are explored through a variety of educational settings. Topics include child development, learning theories, educational philosphy, parent involvement and diversity. Field observations are part of course requirements.
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Onondaga
Community College
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Infant/Toddler
Development
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3
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This course examines all domains of infant and toddler development
including: prenatal development, language development, cognitive
development, motor development, and social/emotional development.
Atypical development and the importance of early intervention
will also be presented and discussed. In addition, the observation
and caregiving skills necessary for a quality infant program will
be presented. In order to complete assignments, students must
have a child available to observe. |
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Development
of the Child from 5-12
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3
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A specialized
course in child development which studies the emotional, social,
cognitive and physical development of the child from five to twelve
years. Students will examine theories and research about child
development and learn to recognize and understand child behavior
using a variety of observational methods. Students will plan developmentally
appropriate experiences for the school-age child, and develop
basic basic interaction, guidance and supervision skills. The
influence of the family and society as well as school-age settings
will also be explored. In order to complete assignments, students
must have children within this age range available to observe. |
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Classroom
Management
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3
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Various
approaches for effective classroom management and discipline will
be studied. Strategies will be presented to assist potential teachers
in determining appropriate actions and procedures needed to establish
and maintain an effective learning environment. Prerequisites:
English and reading placement must be at college level proficiency;
permission of instructor. |
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Teaching
Field Instruction
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1
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This course
offers pre-service teachers orientation to the field of childhood
and adolescence education. Students will work at least 30 hours
per semester under the supervision of an experienced teacher in
an educational setting. The weekly seminar provides an opportunity
to discuss and evaluate field experiences with fellow students
and the course instructor. A medical exam, fingerprinting and
Child Abuse Central Registrar clearance may be required. Pre-requisite:
PSY 204 or PSY 207 or HUM 182 as appropriate to the degree program.
Co-requisite: HUM 275 |
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Ed
/ Young Children
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3
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This course
is designed to introduce prospective early childhood (Birth-2)
and childhood (1-6) education teachers to the historical, philosophical
and cultural approaches to the study of early childhood education.
Students will examine current issues and challenges and begin
development of their professional education skills and beliefs.
A field component will be required. Prerequisite: English and
Reading placement must be at college level proficiency. |
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Child
Development-Observation/Assessment
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3
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A specialized
course in child development which studies the emotional, social,
cognitive and physical development of the child from the prenatal
period to age eight. Students will use observation and assessment
techniques to build an understanding of growth and development.
The influence of the family and society, as well as childcare
and school settings, is also explored. |
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Early
Childhood Field Ins
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3
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The first
level fieldwork course gives students an orientation to the early
childhood education profession, goals and objectives. Under the
superevision of an experienced early childhood teacher/caregiver,
each student develops basic interaction, guidance, and supervision
skills. Students also observe and evaluate children's development.
Students must complete at least 120 hours in fieldwork. A medical
exam and Child Abuse Central Register clearnance are required.
Prerequisite: HUM 182 or POI.
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Teacher/Parent
Relationships Ins
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Child Development 5-12 Years
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3
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Teacher/Parent
Relationships Ins
Focus is on helping teachers
develop positive relationships with parents of children in their
programs through informal communication, parent conferences, encouraging
parent involvement with the program, and working together to foster
the child's development. |
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Development 5-12 Years |
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Issues in Toddler Care
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1
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Cultural
Foundations of Education
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3
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A philosophical,
historical and cultural approach to the study of education in
the United States. Current educational concerns that effect teaching
and schools will be studied. An anti-biased perspective will be
emphasized. Students will be required to complete a field component.
Prerequisites: SOC 103 "Intro Sociology" or permission
of instructor. Students must be at English and Reading college
level placement. |
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Language
and Literacy Development in Young Children
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3
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This course
examines the development of language and literacy in young children
from birth through the primary years. Students will explore theoretical
foundations of early literacy development and the implementation
of various models to effectively support young children as readers
and writers. Other topics include: working with families to support
early literacy development, selecting quality children's literature,
assessing early literacy development, integrating literacy throughout
the curriculum and adaptations for individual children in diverse
and inclusive settings.Prerequisites: HUM 182 or POI. |
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Curr/Actvs-Yng
Chld
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3
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The theoretical
basis for setting educational goals and planning developmentally
appropriate experiences for children from birth to six (with emphasis
on the later years) is studied, along with methods of planning,
supervising, and and evaluating these experiences. Prerequisite:
HUM 182 or Permission of Instructor. |
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Home/School/Community
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3
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This course
examines the context in which children develop, including family,
school, and community, and how teachers can work together with
parents and community resources to foster the optimum development
of children. Prerequisites: HUM 182 "Child Development: Observation
and Assessment", AND PSY 103 "General Psychology"
or SOC 103 "Intro to Sociology"; or permission of instructor. |
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Chld Fld/Sem 2
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3
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The second
level fieldwork course builds on the competencies developed during
the first level. Particular attention is given to planning, supervising,
and evaluating curriculum experiences that are developmentally
appropriate and integrated. These are implemental in the students
fieldwork classrooms. The weekly seminar is used to discuss fieldwork
experiences and teaching concepts and skills. A medical exam and
Child Abuse Central Register clearance are required. Prerequisite:
Permission of Instructor. |
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Early
Childhood Special Education: An Introduction
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3
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This course
provides an introduction to special education in early childhood
and the early primary grades. The legal foundation of special
education, public laws, the New York State Special Education process
and contemporary models and issued in the field of special education
will be examined. Students will explore the causes, characteristics
and educational implications of disabilities. The course will
also focus on selecting/modifying appropriate teaching strategies
in inclusive early childhood environments and in early primary
classrooms. Strategies fro working effectively with families and
early childhood special education professionals in the context
of early childhood programs will also be examined. Exploration
of personal competencies and ethical issues in special education
will be explored. A field component is required. Prerequisites:
HUM 182, PSY204 or POI. |
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Practic Education
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Special
Topics
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Sullivan
County Community College
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Children's
Literature
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3
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This course
is concerned with literature as an art form and the ways that
literature supports children's language. The student will study
the various types of literature for children, and gain familiarity
with different authors, of both fiction and nonfiction, American
and cross-cultural children's books. The creative usage of these
forms of literature will be applied for both individual and group
teaching of young children (preschool, primary and early elementary
school-age groups). |
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Home,
School and Community: Parent-Teacher Partnerships
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3
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Issues
of communication, problem-solving, active listening, and perspective-taking
will begin the course. Parenting styles, skills, and training
programs will be outlined. Impact of the community, its resources
and its referral systems will be discussed. Awareness of familial
diversity and multicultural issues will be stressed throughout
the course. Prerequisites: ECE1207, or SBS1502.
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Child
Development and Guidance
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3
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This course
examines the physical, social-emotional, and intellectual development
of the child from birth through adolescence using a stage approach.
Some emphasis is placed on prenatal influences and modern scientific
methods of treating the unborn. Students will become acquainted
with various aspects of child care and guidance of preschool age
children. Prerequisite: SBS 1500. |
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