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EDEC
9 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 1020Intro to Early Childhood Education3
This course introduces to the philosophies, goals, and purposes of group settings in early childhood is provided along with an examination of curriculum, facilities, professional opportunities, and teacher competencies and observation in pre-school classes. This course is designed for those interested or already working in the field of Early Childhood Education. Students will be required to complete field hours. Minimum
EDEC 1100Observation and Guidance of Young Children2
This course explores effective methods of observation and guidance of young children to meet children’s needs individually and in groups. Emphasis is placed on promoting a positive and constructive climate in early childhood settings through positive discipline strategies and appropriate classroom management techniques. Students develop and implement skills to plan effective environments, prepare materials and equipment, develop schedules, explore classroom management techniques, utilize assessment tools, and promote parent-teacher communication. This course includes a field component to provide opportunities for students to apply course principles and theories. This course is designed for those interested or already working in the field of Early Childhood Education. Field hours will be required.
EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education with a C or better
Corequisite
EDEC 1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab Minimum Credits: 2 Grading: Letter
EDEC 1105Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab1
This course is designed to supervise experiences in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum activities at an early childhood center. Field hours will be required.
EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education with a C or better
Corequisite
EDEC 1100 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Minimum Credits: 1 Grading: Letter
EDEC 1200Administration in Early Childhood Programs3
This course provides students with the basic principles and working knowledge of business and programmatic elements of early childhood program operations. Through review of state regulations and national standards of high-quality early childhood programming, students will examine procedures for establishing and managing programs including fiscal and human resources, developmentally appropriate planning, and collaborating with families, school districts, and communities. Designed for current and future directors of childcare/child development centers, Head Start programs, and community-based pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs, this course provides foundational knowledge and opportunities for applications in practice. Field hours will be required.
Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education , EDEC 1100/1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lecture and Lab, EDEC 2000 Engaging Families in Early Childhood Settings and EDEC 1300/1305 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lecture and Lab Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter
EDEC 1300Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children2
This course builds knowledge and skills pertaining to planning, implementing and assessing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children. All domains of development, child-centered learning, and documenting and communicating growth to parents are key elements. Field hours will be required.
Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education, EDEC 1100 Observation and Guidance of Young Children, and EDEC 1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children Lab
Corequisite
EDEC 1305 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lab Minimum Credits: 2 Grading: Letter
EDEC 1305Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Lab1
This course is designed to supervise experiences in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum activities at an early childhood center. Field hours will be required.
Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood, EDEC 1100 Observations and Guidance of Young Children, and EDEC 1105 Observations and Guidance of Young Children Lab
Corequisite
EDEC 1300 Curriculum Planning and Development for Young Children Minimum Credits: 1 Grading: Letter
EDEC 2000Engaging Families in Early Childhood Settings3
This course will focus on the philosophical, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of working with families and children in early childhood settings. Students may be required to complete field hours.
EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood Education Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter
EDEC 2200Early Childhood Practicum3
This course provides students with a capstone field experience in a program serving children birth to third grade. Emphasis is placed on integrating theoretical concepts into practice and developing skills and experiences as reflective and deliberate decision makers. Students will complete the professional portfolio for use in employment and future study. Field hours will be required
Complete the following courses with a C or better in: EDEC 1020 Intro to Early Childhood, EDEC 1100/1105 Observation and Guidance of Young Children, EDEC 2000 Engaging Families in Early Childhood Settings, and EDEC 1300/1305 Young Child Curriculum, Planning and Development
Corequisite
EDEC 1200 Administration in Early Childhood Programs Minimum Credits: 3 Grading: Letter
EDEC 2435Child Development Associate (CDA)3
This course focuses on the acquisition of practical skills needed to prepare individuals to be credentialed as entry-level early childhood education professionals. It is designed as a study option for individuals who have the CDA credential as an immediate goal. Candidates taking this course have the opportunity to complete required course work, and prepare a CDA Professional Portfolio prior to the national examination. Students will be required to complete field hours. Minimum
