EDUC: EARLY CHILDHOOD (ECHD)
ECHD 210 - CHILD, FAMILY, COMMUNITY, AND PHILOSOPHY OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Early childhood educational goals and practices will be examined through historical, theoretical, and philosophical perspectives. Family, schools, and community involvement in educational programs will be studied; impact on child and family development and a child’s academic development will be discussed and family engagement plans that are partnered with families, community, and practitioners will be developed.
Credits: 3
ECHD 303 - IND. COACH & FIELD EXP. 1
Supervised observation and teaching in a local school or agency, seminar discussions concerning observational records, teaching strategies, evaluation, and individual issues; emphasis on development of independence and skills through self-analysis techniques. Development of teaching skills through one-on-one instruction and coaching with a transition to small group instruction. The Field Experience 1 placement is in an infant or a toddler classroom (aged 0 – 3) to meet required licensure assignments, assessments, hours and preparation for the edTPA.
Credits: 1
Course Notes: Open to COE majors only.
ECHD 305 - ASSESSMENT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
The course introduces early childhood formal and informal assessment tools and teaches culturally and linguistically responsive assessments, authentic and observational assessments, and standardized assessments to develop skills to support children's development and learning. The cycle of assessment/planning/instruction is discussed with an emphasis on how assessment informs planning and instruction. The course also addresses strategies to share assessment results with families and include them in the assessment process.
Credits: 3
ECHD 309 - CHILD, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY
Family, schools, and community involvement in educational programs; impact on child and family development and a child’s academic development. Twenty hours (20) of Service Learning (field experience) required.
Credits: 3
Attributes: Transformational Service Learning
Prerequisites: (ICTS-TAP-P/F/I with min score of P or (ACT Composite with min score of 19 and ACT Combined English/Writing with min score of 22) or SAT Writing with min score of 450)
Course Notes: ITCS Basic Skills Test with a min score of Pass required., Or Advisor consent.
ECHD 310 - ANTI-BIAS AND MULTICULTURAL CURRICULUM
The course explores current theories and practices in anti-bias, culturally responsive, multi-cultural education in early childhood education classrooms.
Credits: 3
ECHD 328 - IND. COACH & FIELD EXP 2
Supervised observation and teaching in a local school, seminar discussions concerning observational records, teaching strategies, evaluation, and individual issues; emphasis on development of independence and skills through self-analysis techniques. Emphasizes development of teaching skills through one-on-one instruction and coaching with a transition to small group instruction. The Field Experience 2 placement is in a preschool classroom (aged 3 – 5) setting to meet required licensure assignments, assessments, hours and preparation for the edTPA.
Credits: 1
ECHD 332 - PREPRIMARY: SCIENCE, MATHMATICS, & SOCIAL STUDIES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Constructivist research and theories in teaching science, math, and social studies to children from infancy through kindergarten.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ECHD 334 and ECHD 305 and ECHD 337
Course Notes: EDUC 201 or advisor consent required., ITCS Basic Skills Test with a min score of Pass required.
ECHD 333 - PRIM SCI,MATH,SOC CONCEPTS ECE
Introduction to constructivist research and theories in teaching science, mathematics, and social studies to children from grades one through three. Examination and evaluation of appropriate materials and activities in school settings. Requires 25 clock hours of field experience.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ECHD 334 and ECHD 305 and ECHD 337
Course Notes: ITCS Basic Skills Test with a min score of Pass required., 25 clock hours field experience.
ECHD 334 - LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT
Language development from infants through primary-aged children. Topics include speech and language processes for communication, language development stages, theories of language acquisition, assessment of language development, and activities to foster language development. Attention to linguistically diverse populations as well as to children who develop differently from the norm.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ECHD 211 and ECHD 209 and ECHD 338
Course Notes: Open to COE majors only. Advisor consent.
ECHD 336 - STRATEGIES AND MATERIALS FOR TEACHING EMERGENT LITERACY AND SOCIAL STUDIES: PRE-K
This course is designed to give students a framework from which to develop appropriate and effective language and literacy experiences for prekindergarten children. Children’s literature will provide a framework for prekindergarten language arts instruction.
Credits: 3
ECHD 338 - EARLY CHILDHOOD CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT: PRESCHOOL
The synthesis of the developmentally appropriate goals, content, materials, activities/lessons, and teaching strategies that are required for instructing preschool aged children are studied. Various early childhood curriculum/program models and their underlying theories and research are explored. Emphasis is placed on planning, implementing, evaluating/assessing, and designing preschool curricula that are integrated into the developmental domains and subject areas.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: EDUC 202 (may be taken concurrently)
Course Notes: COE majors only. Advisor approval required.
ECHD 339 - MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
The course covers developmental theory and research in mathematics and science that underlie Early Learning and Development standards. Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of curriculum objectives and the selection and design of curriculum materials and will plan, instruct, and assess activities that are appropriate for preschool children.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ECHD 305 (may be taken concurrently) and ECHD 328 and ECHD 336
ECHD 348 - INDIVIDUALIZED COACHING AND FIELD EXPERIENCES 3
Supervised observation and teaching in a local school, seminar discussions concerning observational records, teaching strategies, evaluation, and individual issues; emphasis on development of independence and skills through self-analysis techniques. Emphasizes development of teaching skills through small and large group coaching and instruction. The Field Experience 3 placement is in provides a primary grade (k-2nd) setting to meet required licensure assignments, assessments, hours and preparation for the edTPA.
Credits: 1
ECHD 352 - TOPICAL WORKSHOP
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisites: ICTS Basic Skills with min score of P
ECHD 370 - INFANT AND TODDLER: TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT
Students design and implement curriculum plans and assess individual and group progress in infant and toddler settings. Students learn and demonstrate their understanding of a positive and safe learning environments across a variety of settings. Early intervention, culturally, linguistically diverse, varying abilities and needs, and health and safety related practices and strategies will be reviewed.
Credits: 3
Course Notes: Open to COE majors only.
ECHD 374 - STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Supervised observation and teaching in preprimary and primary settings. Students design and implement curriculum plans and assess individual child and group progress. Students demonstrate their understanding of the role of family and community in child education. Seminar discussions on educational setting and analysis of student's own role in classroom and community.
Credits: 4-12
Prerequisites: ECHD 210 and ECHD 339 and ECHD 348
Course Notes: Written advisor consent required., All required coursework completed., Early Childhood Content Test with a, min score of Pass required.
ECHD 375 - PRACTICUM: INFANT, TODDLER, AND PRESCHOOL
Supervised observation and teaching in infant, toddler, and preschool settings. Students design and implement curriculum plans, assess progress of individual children and the group, and demonstrate understanding of the role of family and community in child's education. Weekly seminar discussions focus on educational setting, teaching strategies, and individual problems.
Credits: 6
Course Notes: Written advisor consent required., All required coursework completed.
ECHD 376 - TEACHER RESIDENCY 1
This is the first course in a year-long student teaching experience in Early Childhood Education. Students participate in supervised observation and teaching in a CPS preprimary or primary setting. Students observe mentor teachers, review and implement curriculum plans and assess individual child and group progress. Students demonstrate their understanding of the role of family and community in early childhood education. Seminar discussions focus on educational setting, teaching strategies, individual issues and an analysis of student’s own role in classroom and community.
Credits: 6
Course Notes: This is the first course in a year-long student teaching, experience in Early Childhood Education.
ECHD 377 - TEACHER RESIDENCY 2
This is the second course in a year-long student teaching experience in Early Childhood Education. This is the second course in a year-long student teaching experience. Students participate in supervised observation and teaching in a CPS preprimary or primary setting. Students observe mentor teachers, review and implement curriculum plans and assess individual child and group progress. Students demonstrate their understanding of the role of family and community in early childhood education. Seminar discussions focus on educational setting, teaching strategies, individual issues and an analysis of student’s own role in classroom and community.
Credits: 9
Course Notes: This is the second course in a year-long student teaching, experience in Early Childhood Education.
ECHD 380 - CAPSTONE: ISSUES & ADVOCACY IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
This course explores current issues in the field of early childhood education related to social justice and early education policy. The course also studies leadership, advocacy and the process of change, with an emphasis on understanding and applying leadership skills in a community action project focused on an issue concerning the local early childhood sector.
Credits: 3
Course Notes: Or Advisor Consent.
ECHD 382 - EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION METHODS
Content and skills necessary for working with young children with special needs (0 – 8-year-old) will be presented. These include: laws, assessment, family focus, intervention principles, appropriate techniques, suitable materials, and inclusion of children with special needs in early childhood settings. The development and implementation of IFSPs and IEPs is a focus.
Credits: 3