Course Descriptions: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION/CHILD DEVELOPMENT

ECE. 191 CHILDREN’S LITERATURE I (Previously LIT. 191)

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A survey of children’s literature including the following genres: Traditional (folklore, myths, fables, epics, legends, fairytales), picture books, modern fantasy and science fiction. Emphasis is placed on understanding how quality children’s literature experiences contribute to children’s literacy skills. Included are guides for selecting and evaluating children’s literature and related literacy experiences from infancy to adolescence. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 192 CHILDREN’S LITERATURE II (Previously LIT. 192)

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A survey of children’s literature including the following genres: poetry, multicultural books, informational books and biography, realistic fiction, and historical fiction. Emphasis is placed on understanding how quality children’s literature experiences contribute to children’s literacy skills. The course introduces controversies, trends and issues related to children’s literature and developmentally appropriate strategies for encouraging children’s response to literature (infancy to adolescence). Transfer: CSU: C2.

ECE. 201 CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Examines the major physical, psychosocial, and cognitive/language developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. There is an emphasis on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. While studying developmental theory and investigative research methodologies, students observe children, evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages. Transfer: CSU: DSI, UC. (IGETC: 4)

ECE. 210 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PRINCIPLES

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: An examination of the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices applied to programs, environments, emphasizing the key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting physical, social, creative and intellectual development for all children. This course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of the professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics and professional identity. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 211 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CURRICULUM

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: An overview of knowledge and skills related to providing appropriate curriculum and environments for young children from birth to age six. Students examine a teacher’s role in supporting development and fostering the joy of learning for all young children using observation and assessment strategies emphasizing the essential role of play. An overview of content areas include but not be limited to: language and literacy, social and emotional learning, sensory learning, art and creativity, math and science. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 212 CHILD, FAMILY, AND COMMUNITY

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: An examination of the developing child in a societal context focusing on the interrelationship of family, school and community and emphasizes historical and socio-cultural factors. The processes of socialization and identity development are highlighted, showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families. (Fulfills Associate degree Ethnic Studies requirement.) Transfer: CSU: DSI, UC. (IGETC: 4)

ECE. 213 THE SCHOOL AGE CHILD

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The focus of this course is relevant and responsible program planning for before and after school childcare. Also presented are the developmental needs of the child 6-12 years (middle childhood) and family involvement in childcare and the social and economic implications, and available community resources for childcare. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 223 INFANT DEVELOPMENT

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: In this course major emphasis is placed on the developmental trends, abilities, and influences of behavior during the first three years of life and their social implications. Also presented is the establishment of environments which respond to infant needs. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 225 INFANT/TODDLER ENVIRONMENTS

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Covers the design, maintenance and evaluation of quality environments for children during the first three years of life. The course should be of interest to caregivers, teachers, ECE/CD students and parents. Accreditation guidelines established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children for infant/toddler programs are included. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 230 CREATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR THE YOUNG CHILD

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is designed to provide practical skills in presenting activities to young children. Other topics include the role of creativity and creative expression through art media, music, dramatic activities, science, and games--both indoors and outdoors. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 240 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION: BUSINESS/LEGAL

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course is an overview of the business aspects of caring for children and its social, political, and economic implications. Also included are the legal requirements for childcare settings, laws relating to childcare, and facets of business and fiscal management. 12 units of ECE recommended prior to taking this course. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 241 EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION: HUMAN RELATIONS

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course focuses on the human relations aspects of early childhood education as a business and the social, political, and economic implications for care providers and parents. Other topics include staffing and supervision, licenses and/or credentials for staff, assessment and evaluation, issues in ECE, and parent involvement. 12 units of ECE recommended prior to taking this course. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 242 ADULT SUPERVISION IN ECE/CD CLASSROOMS

Units (Grade Option) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: A study of the methods and principles of supervising student teachers, assistant teachers, parents, and volunteers in early childhood education/child development classrooms. Emphasis is on the role of classroom teachers who function as mentors to new teachers while simultaneously addressing the needs of children, parents, and other staff. This course is recommended for master teachers, site supervisors, and program directors of Child Development programs. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 244 PREKINDERGARTEN LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES

Units (Letter grade) 2; Class Hours: Minimum of 32 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Reviews criteria for the provision of high quality prekindergarten/preschool experiences for young children. Early child development foundation skills and the design of appropriate learning environments are key topics. Issues examined are developmental, political and economic including school readiness/school success and universal preschool. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 250 VIOLENCE AND ITS IMPACT ON CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Exploration of violence in America and its impact on adults and children who experience it. The focus of the course is to give the student a perspective on violence and what may cause it, as well as possible intervention strategies. Community resources for prevention and intervention are incorporated also. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 252 TEACHING VIOLENCE INTERVENTION STRATEGIES TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Provides an overview of various approaches to violence intervention. The focus of the course is to provide paraprofessionals appropriate curriculum, theory and practice related to working with children and families who have experienced stress and chronic violence. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 254 TEACHING IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Examination of the development of social identities in diverse societies including theoretical and practical implications of culture, ethnicity, stereotyping and bias as they apply to young children, families, programs, classrooms and teaching. Various classroom strategies are explored emphasizing culturally and linguistically appropriate anti-bias approaches supporting all children in becoming competent members of a diverse society. Course includes self-examination and reflection on issues related to social identity, stereotypes and bias. (Fulfills Associate degree Ethnic Studies requirement.) Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 260 CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Overview of the issues related to children with special needs: physical, sensory, communicative, and behavioral disabilities. Additional topics include a historical perspective, current laws and legislation, inclusion practices in ECE/CD settings, and appropriate community resources. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 262 INTRODUCTION TO FAMILY SUPPORT: BUILDING RESPECTFUL PARTNERSHIPS (Also HMSV 262)

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/8 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Overview of Family Support programs within Early Childhood Education. Included is a historical perspective, Family Support principles, and effective communication guides between families, childcare providers, teachers, and community agencies. This course is one of two (ECE. 264, other course) for a specialization for Master Teacher on the Child Development Permit matrix. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 264 THE LIFE CYCLE OF THE FAMILY (Also HMSV 264)

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/8 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The life cycle of the family bridging individual and family development with cultural and social perspectives. The emphasis is on the diversity within contemporary families and the establishment of family support programs. This course is one of two (ECE. 262, other course) for a specialization for Master Teacher on the Child Development Permit Matrix. Transfer: CSU: DSI.

ECE. 313 HEALTH AND SAFETY FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Health practices and safety regulations for licensed childcare settings. Major topics include infectious disease prevention, establishing safe environments for young children, emergency and disaster preparedness, and community resources. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 331 THE ROLE OF THE TEACHER

Units (Grade Option) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Overview of the factors that contribute to success and satisfaction in teaching. Topics include: personal characteristics of teachers; stages of teacher development; teaching responsibilities; career opportunities; professional development; and the benefits of professional affiliations. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 333 OBSERVATION AND ASSESSMENT OF YOUNG CHILDREN

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture/16 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: This course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation strategies to document development, growth, play and learning to join with families and professionals in promoting children’s success. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 335 HANDLING BEHAVIOR

Units (Grade Option) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Child guidance and discipline are covered in this course. The primary goal is to give teachers, caregivers, and parents an understanding of the complexity of children’s behavior. Theories and trends concerning child guidance are covered to assist adults in developing appropriate strategies related to interacting with children and fostering pro-social behavior.

ECE. 337 CHILD-PARENT RELATIONSHIPS

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 48 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Issues related to contemporary parenting including the stages of parenting, the diversity of the parenting experience, communication guides for more effective parenting, and community resources for family support.

ECE. 362 COMMUNICATING WITH PARENTS

Units (Letter grade) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: The focus of this course is effective communication skills needed by early childhood teachers and professionals when communicating with parents. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 363 MENTAL DEVELOPMENT AND PROBLEM SOLVING

Units (Letter grade) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Examines children’s problem-solving skills and mental development from four perspectives, including curriculum implications: Piaget (High/Scope); Montessori (same); Vygotsky (constructivist); and Malaguzzi (Reggio Emilia). Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 366 PRACTICUM IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Units (Letter grade) 3; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture/96 by arrangement lab hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): ECE. 201, 210, 211, and 212; Placements at approved sites only. Description: A demonstration of developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching competencies under guided supervision. Students utilize practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Child centered, play-oriented approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment; and knowledge of curriculum content areas are emphasized as student teachers design, implement and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for all young children. Meets the supervised teaching requirement for the CA State Child Development teaching permit and provides student teaching experience in qualified settings that serve children from infancy through middle childhood. Transfer: CSU.

ECE. 382 MALE INVOLVEMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

Units (Letter grade) 1; Class Hours: Minimum of 16 lecture hours/semester; Recommended: Eligibility for READ 836, and ENGL 836 or ESL 400; Prerequisite(s): None. Description: Examines the importance of men in the lives of children. It reviews barriers and issues concerning male involvement in early childhood and how to positively encourage men to be involved with children. Transfer: CSU.

Updated: 6/15/10