2016-2017 CATALOG AND STUDENT HANDBOOK COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ECO 3250 Managerial Economics 40 hours, 4 credits This course is designed to enable students to assess, understand, and evaluate managerial economics in the context of large and small businesses. Students will gain knowledgeable insight of how to solve real-life problems through questions and answers, problem sets, and a systematic approach to applying advanced concepts of both macroeconomics and microeconomics to business environments. Prerequisite: None ECO 4223 Money and Banking 40 hours, 4 credits This course is an examination of the structure and operations of our monetary systems. In this course topics covered include the fundamentals of money and financial markets, commercial banking and its regulation. Prerequisite: None EEC 1202 Early Childhood Education Curriculum and Instruction 40 hours, 4 credits This course promotes the development of young children in the academic, social and emotional domains. It examines developmentally appropriate methods for writing and assessing behavioral objectives, lesson plans and activity goals. Various curriculum models will be reviewed. Strategies to enhance parent and family involvement will be emphasized. Students will continue to explore the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) standards and application requirements. Pre-or co-requisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 1700 Foundations of Child Development 40 hours, 4 credits This course will explore characteristics of children at different ages, children’s developmental needs and the foundation of early childhood education. Students will learn the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate practice as it relates to child development, individual needs, building self-esteem in children, and using interpersonal skills and communication within the classroom and center. Students will study the function of the family, and the cultural, social, class and ethnic variations in the family as a social system. Students will begin to explore the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) standards and application requirements. Prerequisite: None EEC 1735 Health, Safety, and Nutrition/CDA Application 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines the role of early childhood professionals working in the field via the policies and procedures governed by the state. Students will learn guidelines for establishing safe environments. They will also learn strategies for implementing health policies, controlling disease, establishing proper nutrition, and responding to children’s special health concerns. Students will explore the Child Development Associate Degree (CDA) standards and application requirements and, if eligible, may apply for the CDA Credential at the completion of this course. Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education Curriculum and Instruction EEC 1860 Knowledge: Externship I 180 hours, 6 credits Under externship supervision, the student will observe and implement developmentally appropriate practices while interacting with children and adults. Prerequisite: None EEC 1861 Application: Externship II 180 hours, 6 credits Students continue their externship experience in an early childhood setting. The focus is on developmentally appropriate practices and leadership. Prerequisite: Knowledge: Externship I EEC 1862 Reflection: Externship III 180 hours, 6 credits Students will complete their externship experience in an early childhood setting. The focus is on developmentally appropriate practices and leadership. Prerequisite: Application: Externship II EEC 1863 Teacher Reflection I: Early Childhood Education as a Profession 60 hours, 6 credits This course is an introduction to the field of early childhood development as a profession and examines historical influences on the field. The identification of early childhood educator’s personal attributes, knowledge, skills, and professional codes of conduct are included. Prerequisite: None EEC 1864 Teacher Reflection II: Morality and Ethics in Early Childhood Education 60 hours, 6 credits This course will provide an examination of morality and ethics in early childhood development. Topics include childhood ethics, ideals, and principles. Professional values and teaching styles will be explored. Prerequisite: Teacher Reflection I: Early Childhood Education as a Profession EEC 1865 Teacher Reflection III: The Intentional Teacher 60 hours, 6 credits Students will learn about intentionality in teaching and selecting best practices for young children’s learning and development. Both child-guided and adult-guided methods will be examined in the areas of language and literacy, mathematics and scientific inquiry, social skills and understandings, physical movement and visual arts. Prerequisite: Teacher Reflection II: Morality and Ethics in Early Childhood Education EEC 2217 Emerging Literacy Through Children’s Literature 40 hours, 4 credits This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and language in the early childhood education curriculum. Topics include developmentally appropriate children’s literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the early childhood setting. Strategies for enhancing emerging literacy through techniques such as selecting appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, and flannel-board use will also be emphasized. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2225 Guiding Children’s Behavior 40 hours, 4 credits Students will explore how to use guidance in the early childhood setting, with an emphasis on understanding why young children exhibit certain behaviors and how we can meet the child’s needs effectively and with support. Students will learn how to provide positive guidance to young children with challenging behavior. Prerequisitee: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2271 Curriculum and Instruction for Children with Special Needs 40 hours, 4 credits Students will explore how to adapt developmentally appropriate curriculum to support the development of children with special needs. They will learn strategies for effective partnering with other professionals and parents to ensure the achievement of developmental goals. Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education Curriculum and Instruction EEC 2272 The Inclusive Classroom 40 hours, 4 credits Students will learn strategies for promoting and supporting an inclusive classroom. They will analyze environmental restrictions and explore how to support young children with special needs in the early childhood setting. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2329 Parent Education and Support 40 hours, 4 credits Students will investigate how resources are assessed, allocated, and utilized within families. They will explore strategies for helping families manage resources through various problem solving methods. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2401 Dynamics of the Family 40 hours, 4 credits This course will focus on the dynamics of the family and the family’s influence on the growth and development of children. The history of family systems, child rearing, and parenting styles will be discussed. The course will explore issues that families of today face. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2403 Advocating for Children with Special Needs 40 hours, 4 credits Students will explore current trends, resources and advocacy on behalf of young children with special needs. They will examine their role in supporting and advocating for young children with special needs and their families. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2404 Child and Family Advocacy 40 hours, 4 credits Students will explore and develop skills to advocate for children and families. They will review legislation, social policy, and advocacy techniques. Students will also investigate several current and controversial issues within the early childhood profession, and explore current research on early childhood education issues. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2500 Infant and Toddler Development 40 hours, 4 credits This course will provide the foundation for responsive, relationship-based curriculum for infants and toddlers in group care. This course will introduce the philosophy and theory behind primary care, continuity of care, and respectful care as it relates to brain and attachment research. Explores ways of creating environments for infant/toddler group care which foster optimum social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Prerequisite: Foundations of Child Development EEC 2613 Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education 40 hours, 4 credits Students will explore effective strategies for observation and assessment in early childhood education. They will understand the observation, assessment, and planning cycle and its impact on promoting children’s development. Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education Curriculum and Instruction EEC 2935 Summative Project for Early Childhood Education 20 hours, 2 credits The course will include student reflection upon cumulative learning from the early childhood education program. Students will critically analyze, reflect and problem solve experiences in the field of early childhood. Students will identify specialization-specific knowledge to inform best practices. Students will compile research and select the best application(s) to improve care and education for young children. Prerequisite: Expected to be the final lower-level core course completed EEC 3000 Early Childhood Education: Understanding Mental Health in the Early Years 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines the impact of mental health issues on a child’s well-being. Students will focus on attachment theory, brain development, and the importance of executive function on lifelong learning. This course will challenge students to explore the effects of economics, family structure, and the environment on a child’s emotional and social development. Students will also be able to evaluate social support systems. Prerequisite: None EEC 3005 Communications and Connections for Early Childhood Professionals 40 hours, 4 credits This course examines best practices in formal and informal communication with children, families, and professionals. Students will explore how to build community in diverse settings and for various stakeholders. In this course, students will develop their leadership vision and apply this vision to build healthy, empowering connections with constituents. Students will also analyze effective and ineffective methods of communication within a developmentally and culturally appropriate context. Prerequisite: None EEC 3007 Organizational Management in Early Childhood Education 40 hours, 4 credits This course provides an overview of the operational management of high-quality early childhood programs. The course includes practical application related to policies, procedures, roles, and responsibilities in the context of best practices for children and families. The characteristics of high-quality early childhood professionals will be assessed. Students will examine external factors affecting the operation of programs, including political and societal trends. Prerequisite: Communications and Connections for Early Childhood Professionals EEC 3010 Effective Teaching Strategies 40 hours, 4 credits This course will emphasize general principles of effective teaching including strategies that can be used in a variety of early childhood settings. This course focuses on the significance of designing achievable learning targets based on informed decision making and knowledge of child development. Students will explore essential components of instructional methodology, the impact of educational history, the importance of providing meaningful early learning experiences, and the various teaching roles and approaches relevant to working with young children, birth through age 8. Prerequisite: None EEC 3011 Empowering Contemporary Families 40 hours, 4 credits This course explores various types and structures of families. Students will review the historical transformations of families and discuss contemporary families and communities. Students will also examine the major social issues contemporary families face. This course emphasizes resiliency in strengthening families through effective programming practices. Prerequisite: None 888-5-RASMUSSEN 75 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
