Examines the relationships between the young child, members of the family and the early childhood program. Focused on the child during infancy, toddler and preschool years including the diversity of family lifestyles and cultures. (3 lecture)

Study of developmentally appropriate classroom management and guidance. Discusses common misbehavior in early childhood and strategies for addressing the behavior. (3 lecture)

Introduction to young children with special needs addressing legal/ethical considerations, family and community involvement in meeting the needs of exceptional children. Includes assessment, identification, and planning. (3 lecture)

Explores curricula associated with early childhood programs, organizing and preparing experiences for young children including creative play and integrating experiences in early childhood programs. (3 lecture)

Introduction to health and safety requirements and responsibilities for early childhood professionals. Health, nutrition and safety policies, procedures and practices are studied. (3 lecture)

Background and ethics issues related to administering early childhood programs. (3 lecture)

Focuses on the various tools and assessments for children ages birth through age 5 years. Includes the role of assessment and documentation in curriculum development and individual learning goals and objectives. (3 lecture)

Explores the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children from 3 to 6 years. Examines models and international perspectives. Apply knowledge of preschoolers to curricular choices. Discuss home, school, and community connections. (3 lecture)

Explores the social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children from prenatal period through age two. Relates the significance of relationships. Apply knowledge of young children to the guidance and care of infants and toddlers. (3 lecture)

Continuation of CDEV 150. Students will work in approved childcare agency for a minimum of 5 hours per week for a total of 80 hours in the semester. Reflective journaling and other assignments required. (5 lecture)

Practicum experience in a setting related to professional goals of child development student. (4 lecture)

Weekly seminar focusing on students' practicum experiences and other topics and issues that are timely to the profession. Concurrent enrollment with CDEV 251 required. (3 lecture)

(1-8 lecture)

Special topics. (1-6 lecture)

Focus on psychological learning principles and their classroom applications in early childhood education. Major classical and modern theories of learning are emphasized. (3 lecture)

Study of interactions, which set the stage for math talks and problem solving skills. Examine and evaluate use of materials, problem solving techniques and enriching conversations that will foster mathematical processes. (3 lecture)

Strategies for providing differentiated instruction to young children with diverse learning, social and behavioral needs who are being cared for in inclusive settings. Emphasis will be on practical planning and teaching of students from diverse backgrounds. (3 lecture)

Background and ethics issues related to administering early childhood programs. Emphasizes managing operations and budget, meeting state regulations, licensing regulations and building programs. (3 lecture)

Developmentally appropriate methods of teaching science for preschoolers, toddlers and infants. (3 lecture)

Examines theories of play and creative expression in early childhood education. Study of methods for integrating play, art, construction, music, movement, dance and drama with content standards throughout the curriculum. (3 lecture)

Theories and methods of social studies education in early childhood education. (3 lecture)

This course expands on previous teaching on strategies for emergent language and literacy experiences for young children. Includes study of effective strategies for promoting verbal ability and emerging literacy including pre-reading and pre-writing experiences. Course will review evaluation strategies appropriate for emergent literacy assessment. (3 lecture)

This course focuses on early intervention, what it is, who can make referrals, and how the need is determined. We will look closely at the developmental delays and diagnoses that can indicate a need for intervention and the role of the Developmental Specialist as a team member that provides intervention services. (3 lecture)

(1-12 lecture)

Special topics. (1-6 lecture)

Independent Study (1-3 lecture)

Advanced practicum experience in a setting related to professional goals of child development student. (3 lecture)

Seminar focused on practicum experiences and topics relevant to early childhood professionals. (4 lecture)