20 courses with the subject EDEC, 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.
EDEC 1020Introduction to Early Childhood Education3
This course is designed to introduce the student to the field of early childhood education through lecture, discussion, observation, and active participation. The student will be exposed to different programs currently in operation in the community and region. Attention will be given to children with special needs and multiculturalism. Emphasis will be placed on evaluating early childhood education as a career. Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDFD 1101. (3 lect.)
This course provides information on growth and development of children under the age of three along with curriculum implications, defines the interactive role of the caregiver, and explores other components of infant/toddler care including implementation of quality programming and adult interactions. The course, along with EDEC 1035 Infant and Toddler Care Lab, meets the criteria for the Wyoming Infant/Toddler Credential. (2 lect.)
This course requires a supervised experience in the care of infants and toddlers at an approved early childhood program. This course along with EDEC 1030, Infant and Toddler Care, meets the criteria for the Wyoming Infant/Toddler Credential. A current Wyoming substitute teaching permit or completed approved background check is needed before placement in a classroom. See instructor for information on appropriate forms and required fee. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1030 or concurrent enrollment. (2 Lab)
EDEC 1100Observation and Guidance of Young Children3
This course offers the opportunity to learn and practice effective and practical methods of meeting the needs of young children as individuals and as members of a group, in an approved early childhood setting. The lab component provides related, supervised on-site experience in an approved early childhood center. Emphasis is on creating and maintaining positive and constructive learning environments, completing assessments of children, recording behaviors, planning activities, creating materials and learning environments, scheduling, behavior management, and maintaining parent-teacher communication. A current Wyoming substitute teaching permit or completed approved background check is needed before placement in a classroom. See instructor for appropriate forms and required fee. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020. (2 lect., 2 lab)
EDEC 1200Administration in Early Childhood Education3
This course examines the early childhood educator's role and responsibilities for starting and operating a preschool or childcare facility. Topics include setting-up programs, managing and supervising staff, business practices, community relations, and making decisions about equipment, materials, meals, and nutrition. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEC 1020. (3 lect.)
After the completion of 120 hours of formal training, candidates for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) are required to have a minimum of three hours of formal classroom observation and create a Professional Resource File. Class Assignments, discussions, and activities will be used to create the resource file. Observations will be coordinated by the instructor in the appropriate setting for the credential being sought. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020, EDEC 1200, and FCSC 2131, or documentation of equivalent 120 hours of formal training with current employment in a childcare/preschool setting. (2 lect.)
This course is intended for students who are interested in working in the field of education. It provides an overview of the different aspects of teaching. The teacher certification process, strategies for successful completion of the teacher education program, job opportunities in education and the creation of an electronic portfolio. (2 lect.)
EDEC 1300Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children2
This course will examine appropriate curriculum and instructional practices for children from birth through age eight. Other areas of examination will be positive and supportive relationships with parents and communities, integrated goals, and a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEC 1020. (2 lect.)
This field experience course provides opportunities for supervised teaching experiences in an approved early childhood education center. Students will plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum activities. A current Wyoming substitute teaching permit or approved background check is needed before placement in a classroom. See instructor for appropriate forms and required fee. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020 and completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDEC 1300. (2 lab)
EDEC 2000Engaging Families in Early Childhood Education Settings3
The student will focus on the philosophical, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of working with families and children in early childhood educational, home, and community settings. (3 lect.)
The student will gain intensive, supervised teaching experience in an early childhood education setting. The focus will be on developing skills for the care and education of young children, developing a portfolio, plus increasing awareness of administrative skills and current issues in the field. During the semester, the student is required to work/volunteer a total of 60 hours in a directed field experience at an instructor-approved site. A current Wyoming substitute teaching permit or completed approved background check is needed before placement in a classroom. See instructor on appropriate forms and required fee. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1100 and completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDEC 1300, and EDEC 1305. (1 lect., 4 lab.)
This course is designed for the student seeking the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). This course focuses on the CDA competency goals and the acquisition of practical skills needed to prepare the student to be credentialed as entry-level early childhood education professionals. The student will have the opportunity to complete required course work, prepare a CDA Professional Resource File prior to national examination, and complete required hours in the field. Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDEC 1020 and EDEC 1100, or documentation of equivalent 120 hours of formal training with current employment in a childcare/preschool setting. (2 lect.)
This course is a practicum experience in an education setting. The focus will be on developing a portfolio, increasing awareness of growth and development, teaching strategies, academic content, and classroom management. The course includes an online component of coursework and discussions. (2 lect., 1 lab)
The student will develop skills in planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate experiences to encourage intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and creative growth in young children with the focus on the role of learning environments, materials, and play in supporting the teaching and learning process. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1300, EDEC 1305 and EDEC 2200. (3 lect.)
EDEC 4230Creating Curriculum for Children with Special Needs3
In this course the student will compare curriculum options that are developmentally appropriate for young children with special needs. Completion of EDEC 1300, EDEC 1305, and EDEX 3340. (3 lect.)
EDEC 4250Laws and Litigation in Early Childhood Special Education2
This course is an overview of the laws and litigation that have influenced the education of young children with disabilities. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEX 2484. (2 lect.)
The student will explore the nature of language development as it pertains to oral and written communication in education. Recent research in the areas of oral and written language acquisition is compared and contrasted. Implications for facilitating the development of all language modes in educational settings are emphasized. Prerequisite: Completion of FCSC 3220. (3 lect.)
EDEC 4350Health Management Issues in Early Education3
The student will examine the implications of a child’s physical and mental health status on his/her personal, social, cognitive, language and motor development. The impact of development on quality of child and family life and educational progress is emphasized, working with young children, including young children with disabilities and their families, examples of family-centered, trans-disciplinary and relationship-based approaches to physical and mental health care and education intervention planning. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020, EDFD 2100, and PSYC 1000. (3 lect.)
EDEC 5230Curriculum and Materials for Children with Disabilities3
The student will evaluate the development of curriculum strategies appropriate for the child with disabilities from birth through age five. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1300, EDEC 1305, and EDEX 3340. (3 lect.)
EDEC 5250Legal Issues in Early Childhood Special Education2
The student will evaluate the legal issues surrounding the education of young children with disabilities. The intent and implications of P.L. 99457 will be explored and examined to better assist the specialist in serving children with disabilities and their families. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEX 2484. (2 lect.)
