Course Descriptions - Childhood Development


Childhood Development		Course Descriptions Main Menu Degrees and Certificates Offered

CHD 109 : MUSIC AND MOVEMENT FOR CHILDREN

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Emphasizes theory and practice in movement and music education and the integration of these skills in a curriculum. Designed for teachers and aides in child-care, preschool, nursery or primary schools. Lecture 2 hours per week + lab 2 hours per week = total 4 hours per week.

CHD 118 : LANGUAGE ARTS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Presents techniques and methods for encouraging the development of language and perceptional skills in children. Stresses improvement of vocabulary, speech, and methods to stimulate discussion. Surveys children’s literature, examines elements of quality story telling and story reading, and stresses the use of audio-visual materials. Lecture 2 hours per week + lab 2 hours per week = total 4 hours per week.

CHD 120 : INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Introduces early childhood development through activities and experiences in nursery, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and primary programs. Investigates classroom organization and procedures, use of classroom time and materials, approaches to education for young children, professionalism, and curricular procedures. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 121 : CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT I

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Focuses attention on the observable characteristics of children from birth through adolescence. Concentrates on cognitive, physical, social, and emotional changes that occur. Emphasizes the relationship between development and the child’s interactions with parents, siblings, peers, and teachers. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 125 : CREATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Prepares individuals to work with young children in the arts and other creative age-appropriate activities. Investigates affective classroom experiences and open-ended activities. Lecture 2 hours per week + lab 2 hours per week = total 4 hours per week.

CHD 146 : MATH, SCIENCE, AND SOCIAL STUDIES FOR CHILDREN

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student placement.

Provides experiences in developing the content, methods, and materials for directing children in math, science, and social studies activities. Lecture 2 hours + lab 2 hours = total 4 hours per week.

CHD 165 : OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD/PRIMARY SETTINGS

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): CHD 120 and one additional CHD course. Must have completed or be currently enrolled in CHD 205. Additional requirements include a TB test and a criminal check.

Observes and participates in early childhood settings, such as child-care centers, preschools, Montessori schools, or public schools in kindergarten through third grade. Students spend one hour each week in a seminar session in addition to 60 hours in the field. May be taken again for credit. Lecture l hour + lab 6 hours = total 7 hours per week.

CHD 166 : INFANT AND TODDLER PROGRAMS

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student placement.

Examines the fundamentals of infant and toddler development, including planning and implementing programs in group care. Emphasizes meeting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs: scheduling, preparing age-appropriate activities, health and safety policies, record keeping, and reporting to parents. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 197/297 : COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): CHD 120 and one additional CHD course. Must have completed or be currently enrolled in CHD 205.

Approval of cooperative education coordinator. Supervised on-the-job training for pay in approved early childhood settings. Program is coordinated by the cooperative education coordinator. Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. Students spend the equivalent of one hour each week in a seminar session in addition to 15 to 20 hours per week on the job. May be taken again for credit. Lecture 1 hour + co-op 15/20 hours = 16/21 hours per week. Variable hours.

CHD 205 : GUIDING THE BEHAVIOR OF CHILDREN

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Explores positive ways to build self-esteem in children and help them develop self-control. Presents practical ideas for encouraging pro-social behavior in children and emphasizes basic skills and techniques in classroom management. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 210 : INTRODUCTION TO EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): CHD 120 or CHD 121 or permission of instructor.

Reviews the history of education for exceptional children. Studies the characteristics associated with exceptional children. Explores positive techniques for managing behavior and adapting materials for classroom use. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 216 : EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS, SCHOOL, AND SOCIAL CHANGE

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03, ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement.

Explores methods of developing positive, effective relations between staff and parents to enhance the developmental goals of home and school. Reviews current trends and issues in education, describes symptoms of homes in need of support investigates non-traditional family and cultural patterns, and lists community resources. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 220 : INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE

(3 credits)

Examines the purposes of school-age child care in today’s society, the role of adults within school-age child care, and the state of the profession of school-age child care. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 225 : CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE

(3 credits)

Explores the creative activities, techniques, interactions, and program development that promote positive social and emotional growth in school-age children. Emphasizes positive development through everyday programming and experiences. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 230 : BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE

(3 credits)

Discusses the development of social skills that school-age children need for self-management, including self-discipline, self-esteem, and coping with stress and anger. Explores ways to effectively guide and discipline school-age children, focusing on how adults can facilitate positive pro-social and self-management skills. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 235 : HEALTH AND RECREATION FOR SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE

(3 credits)

Examines the physical growth of school-age children and the role of health and recreation in school-age child development. Explores the use of medication, misuse of drugs, health issues of children, and the availabiliy of community resources. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 265 : ADVANCED OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD/PRIMARY SETTINGS

(3 credits)Prerequisite(s): CHD 165.

Observes and participates in early childhood settings such as child care centers, preschools, Montessori schools, or public schools (kindergarten through third grade). Emphasizes planning and implementation of appropriate activities and materials for children. Students will spend one hour each week in a seminar session in addition to 60 hours in the field. Lecture 1 hour + lab 6 hours = total 7 hours per week. May be taken again for credit.

CHD 270 : ADMINISTRATION OF CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

(3 credits) Prerequisite(s): ENG 03 ENG 05 if required by individual student’s placement and must have completed 15 hours in child development.

Examines the skills needed for establishing and managing early childhood education programs. Emphasizes professionalism and interpersonal skills, program planning, staff selection and development, creating policies, budgeting, and developing forms for record keeping. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 290 : COORDINATED INTERNSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

(3 credits)

Supervised on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Credit/practice ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours per week.


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