12 courses with the subject ECD, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ECD 101Introduction to Early Childhood Care and Development3
This course is an introduction to early childhood care and 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 in the domains of physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional, learning theories, educational philosophy, historical influences, family involvement and diversity. Assigned field observations are part of the course requirements. Recommended to take the student’s first semester. Prerequisite: None. 3 cr. 3 Lec.
This course provides an overview of the Creative Arts (creative dramatics, visual arts, music & dance) for teachers of young children. It prepares the teacher to support a highly creative atmosphere in an early childhood environment by providing them with a professional foundation , a knowledge base and the techniques to implement a process approach based curriculum. Developmentally effective approaches to creativity are explored through a variety of methods. Prerequisites: None. 3 cr. 3 lec.
“This course will examine how to promote wellness, nutrition and safety for the young child. Students will study suspected maltreatment indicators and reporting techniques for mandated reporters. The laws and processes for obtaining evaluation and treatment for young children with special needs will be examined. Students will learn about effective techniques and community resources when working with and supporting young children and their families. Students will create a Family Policy Handbook based on the NYS Office of Children and Family Services regulations. The handbook should include information on common childhood illnesses, effective guidance techniques, inclusion, curriculum and assessment, emergency procedures, nutrition, and suspected child abuse and maltreatment. There are two assigned field observations required for this class.
ECD 220Foundations for Teaching Math and Science to Young Children
This early childhood course includes an overview of developmentally appropriate math and science concepts for young children. Students will explore strategies for planning, implementation, and evaluation of math and science activities and learning experiences into the curriculum referencing national and state standards. Hands on and play-based activities and learning will be emphasized. Includes portfolio development and field experiences. Pre/corequisites ECD 201- Lesson Planning, Environments and Resources (3-6 years) or ECD 202- Lesson Planning, Environments and Resources (Birth- 36 months). 3 cr. 3 lec.
