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2019-2020 Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • ED 250 Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Settings (birth-4th grade)


    Explores inclusive practices in early childhood settings for diverse children from birth-4th grade of all abilities. Includes an exploration of the following: foundations of early childhood/early childhood special education theory and practices; characteristics of young children with disabilities and other special needs; impact on the family, accessing research and resources; approaches to screening; types of programs; adaptations and accommodations of the inclusive settings; advocacy, integration and future trends.
    Credits: 3
    Prerequisite: ED 220  
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historic, and Civic Perspectives


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  • ED 283 Introduction to Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood


    This course is designed to introduce and immerse students in learning authentic observation and assessment techniques in early childhood settings (birth-8years). In addition, students will learn how to interpret and use what data they have gathered to help inform their practice as teachers, in making decisions regarding curriculum, program planning, and individual student planning. A critical dimension of this course is to expand student knowledge and build skills in understanding the diversity of young chidlren and families, and the importance of using that diversity to enhance observations and assessments.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 322 Early Childhood Motor Development and Movement Education


    Integrates theory and practice of the foundations of human movement for children from birth through grade 4 in inclusive environments. Content includes the importance of physical activity for young children; recommended physical activity guidelines for varying stages of childhood; connections among children’s psycho-motor, cognitive and affective development; dynamic systems and children’s motor development and learning; developmentally appropriate movement for children; methods of motor task variation and adaptation for children with varied abilities and disabilities; and contemporary methods for teaching children movement education.
    Credits: 3


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  • ED 369 Critical Issues in Early Childhood


    This course is designed to expose students to the historical and trending critical issues in the field of early childhood, with a focus on issues related to birth-5years. Students will explore contemporary reconceptualizations of early childhood education as well as the socio-political influences which frame early childhood practice today. Students will be exposed to and invited to reflect upon diverse experiences in early childhood classrooms (relating to culture, gender, sexuality, voice, choice). Students will reflect and discuss critical issues in a focused effort to improve their personal and professional identities as early childhood practitioners.
    Credits: 3


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