Nutrition ; Corequisite : 10 307 187 , ECE : Children with Differing Abilities ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
ECE : Early Language & Literacy 10307108
This course explores strategies to encourage the development of early language and literacy knowledge and skill building in children birth to 8 years of age . Learners will investigate the components of literacy including ; literacy and a source of enjoyment , vocabulary and oral language , phonological awareness , knowledge of print , letters and words , comprehension and an understanding of books and other texts . Theories and philosophies regarding children ' s language and literacy development will be addressed . Dual language learning will be examined within the context of developmentally appropriate practices . Assessment tools for early language and literacy acquisition will be reviewed . ( Prerequisite : 10-307-110 ECE : Social Studies , Art , Music ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10801196 This course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation , group activity , and other projects . The study of self , conflict , and cultural contexts will be explored , as well as their impact on communication . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English score greater / equal to 16 ; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Sociology 10809196 The nature and variety of groups ; inequality , race and ethnicity ; family , population , social integration , and change ; collective behavior ; politics , economics , religion , education , and the effects of technology . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
ECE : Preschool Practicum 10307175 This course will apply as the capstone course in The Registry Preschool Credential . You will be placed or working in an early childhood setting with 3-5 year old children and create a portfolio that prepares you for The Registry commission . In this course you will be implementing regulations and standards for quality early childhood education , applying knowledge of child development and positive guidance , utilizing observation and assessment techniques , and assessing developmentally appropriate environments for preschoolers . ( Prerequisites : 10-307-167 ECE : Hlth Safety & Nutrition ; 10-307-179 ECE : Child Development ; 10-307-110 ECE : Social Studies , Art , Music ; 10-307-108 ECE : Early Language & Literacy ; 10-307-188 ECE : Guiding Child Behavior AND Accepted in the Early Childhood Preschool Certificate ) OR Early Childhood Program Associate Degree Students must have completed all of the above AND Accepted in Early Childhood Associate Degree Program ; ( Prerequisite : 10-307-177 , ECE : Intermediate Practicum ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Intro to Diversity Studies 10809172 Basic American values of justice and equality by teaching vocabulary , history of immigration / conquest , transcultural communication , legal liability , multicultural majority / minority relations , ageism , sexism , gender , sexual orientation , the disabled / ADA . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
ECE : Family & Community Rel 10307195 In this 3-credit course you will examine the role of relationships with family and community in early childhood education . Course competencies include : implement strategies that support diversity , cultural responsiveness , and anti-bias perspectives when working with families and community ; analyze contemporary family patterns and trends ; identify strategies to strengthen and support families ; explore effective communication strategies ; discover strategies for developing respectful and reciprocal relationships with families ; analyze strategies to promote family engagement in early childhood education programs ; explore a variety of formats for meeting with families in their contexts ; advocate for children and families ; and explore community resources that provide a range of services for children and families . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
ECE : STEM 10307112 This 3-credit course will focus on beginning level curriculum development in the specific integrated content areas of science , technology , engineering and mathematics . ( Prerequisites : 10-307-110 ECE : Social Studies , Art , Music ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Principles of Sustainability 10806112 Prepares the student to develop sustainable literacy , analyze the interconnections among the physical and biological sciences and environmental systems , summarize the effects of sustainability on health and well-being , analyze connections among social , economic , and environmental systems , employ energy conservation strategies to reduce the use of fossil fuels , investigate alternative energy options , evaluate options to current waste disposal and recycling in the U . S ., and analyze approaches used by your community to promote and implement sustainability . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 ; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 ; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
ECE : Advanced Practicum 10307199 In this final 3-credit practicum course you will demonstrate competence in supporting child development through observation , assessment and implementation of teaching strategies as you work in and learn about and apply the course competencies in an actual early childhood setting . You will demonstrate a high level of skill in fostering relationships with children , families and early childhood professionals , and use skills learned in a lead teacher role to develop a career plan to transition from student to early childhood education professional . ( Prerequisites : Accepted in Early Childhood Education program ; completion of 10-307-177 ECE : Intermediate Practicum [ or 10-307-192 ECE : Practicum 2 *] AND 10-307-175 ECE : Preschool Practicum [ or 10-307-197 ECE : Practicum 3 *]; Corequisite : 10-307-195 , ECE : Family & Community Relations ) Course Typically Offered : Fall Spring
Developmental Psychology 10809188 Defines human development ; examines theories ; heredity and environmental effects ; prenatal development and birth ; evaluates biosocial , cognitive psychosocial development through the life span ; aging , death , and dying . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237 ; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 16 AND English greater / equal to 15 ; OR 10-831-107 , College Reading and Writing with a B or better ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
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