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Undergraduate Education Interdepartmental

2023 Fall Term

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INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

EDUINDP 211

Designed as a foundations course for students in Early Childhood Education who are preparing to teach children from birth to age 8 in inclusive settings. Students will gain an overview of the field, have an opportunity to examine their commitment to the education and well-being of young children, and begin systematic planning for the development of their professional life.

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DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUNG CHILD

EDUINDP 213

The focus of this course will be on the development of children from birth through age 8 within the context of the whole lifespan. It will include learning theory, theory and practice of play, developmental milestones, and discussions on current thinking and recent research in developmental psychology.

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ART IN THE EARLY YEARS

EDUINDP 215

An introduction to the role and purpose of visual experience and art-making as it relates to the development of Early Childhood students. Through a variety of observation, hands-on, lecture and discussion experiences, students will have the opportunity to base and develop their understandings of child development in connection with age-appropriate curriculum development in art and art-making. Required of all ECE-Special Ed majors.

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RACE AND RACISM IN SCHOOLS

EDUINDP 250

This course is an interdisciplinary investigation of the historical, ideological, structural, institutional, cultural, and individual manifestations of race and racism in schools. The course also explores the theoretical lens of Critical Race Theory, and offers specific language and concepts with which to understand and discuss racism. Finally, the course explores race as a power dynamic embedded in the structure of schools as a social institution in the United States.

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MATHEMATICAL PROBLEM SOLVING THROUGH STEAM STRATEGIES

EDUINDP 312

Through this two credit course, students will develop a rationale and strategies for using an integrated STEAM approach to solving authentic and meaningful problems with children from birth through five years old.

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GUIDING YOUNG CHILDREN I

EDUINDP 319

This course is designed to provide pre-service teachers with a foundational understanding of social emotional development, understand causes of challenging behaviors, strategies for teaching self-regulation, promoting positive peer interactions, plan for environmental considerations, understand classroom behavior management, and plan implementation of classroom management interventions strategies.

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INTEGRATED CURRICULUM FOR CHILDREN: AGES 3-5

EDUINDP 320

This course will enable students to plan a curriculum for children ages 3 through 8 with an understanding of integrated curriculum, the project approach and emergent curriculum that are coupled with relevant constructivist theories. An investigation of various early childhood programs will also be an emphasis of this course.

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WORKING WITH INFANTS, TODDLERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

EDUINDP 322

This course examines relevant theories and pertinent research pertaining to care of infants and toddlers within the family setting and in group care programs. Content includes an examination of legislative action that calls for intervention services for the birth to three population in natural settings, screening and assessment procedures, eligibility criteria for service delivery, working closely with and supporting parents, and team collaboration styles. The relationship between best practices for care of infants and toddlers in community care and policies which support them is considered as well. Students will design and evaluate curriculum activities appropriate for all children, from birth to three years of age.

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REFLECTIVE SEMINAR: EXPLORATION OF ISSUES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUC

EDUINDP 323

In this course pre-service teachers reflect upon their course work and classroom experiences, discuss and share educational ideas, monitor professional growth, formulate personal goals and objectives, collaborate with peers, share new ideas, design and evaluate strategies and methods for working with children, parents and other professionals. Written and oral reflection and other means of creative expression.

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DIRECTED TEACHING A: INFANTS AND TODDLERS

EDUINDP 331

This course provides the student with the opportunity to fully develop practice and reflect upon skills acquired through coursework and previous field experience. Students are placed in both a county Birth-to-Three Program and a community infant/toddler childcare program. High quality inclusive programs are selected (when possible). Students are provided supervision by a Cooperating Teacher, and a University Supervisor. Students will plan and implement instruction for individuals and groups of children, adapt instruction for children with disabilities, conduct assessments, evaluate student performance, collaborate with parents and professionals.

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AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT OF YOUNG CHILDREN

EDUINDP 333

This class is designed to assist candidates in acquiring skills related to informal assessment. These skills include the ability to use a variety of observation strategies, apply functional assessment strategies, use play-based and other criterion-referenced instruments, and develop and implement program evaluation strategies. Students will acquire the ability to link assessment results with IEP/IFSP processes.

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DIRECTED TEACHING B: PRESCHOOL (3-4)

EDUINDP 441

This course provides the student with the opportunity to fully develop their practice and reflect upon skills acquired through coursework and previous field experience. Students are placed in high quality inclusive preschool programs (when possible) and provided supervision by a Cooperating Teacher and a University Supervisor. Students will plan and implement instruction for individuals and groups of children, adapt instruction for children with disabilities, conduct assessments, evaluate student performance and collaborate with parents and professionals.

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PLANNING FOR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS

EDUINDP 442

This class provides students with the skills to develop and adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the educational needs of young children who require specialized instruction. The emphasis is on the provision of that instruction in the natural environment of the children.

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FIELD STUDY: KINDERGARTEN (4K OR 5K)

EDUINDP 443A

Being involved in an early childhood classroom enables students to apply theoretical understandings regarding positive discipline approaches for young children and the adaptation of both curriculum and the environment to meet individual needs and abilities. Students will practice written and oral reflection. It is expected that reflective thinking will assist the student in accommodating their beliefs and knowledge of theory to classroom realities. A concurrent seminar will allow students to pose classroom practice problems, negotiate solutions, and share insights while being exposed to multiple viewpoints.

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FIELD STUDY: SPECIAL EDUCATION (3 THROUGH 8)

EDUINDP 443B

Being involved in an early childhood classroom enables students to apply theoretical understandings regarding positive discipline approaches for young children and the adaptation of both curriculum and the environment to meet individual needs and abilities. Students will practice written and oral reflection. It is expected that reflective thinking will assist the student in accommodating their beliefs and knowledge of theory to classroom realities. A concurrent seminar will allow students to pose classroom practice problems, negotiate solutions, and share insights while being exposed to multiple viewpoints.

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FIELD STUDY: EARLY ELEMENTARY (1ST THROUGH 3RD GRADE)

EDUINDP 443C

Being involved in an early childhood classroom enables students to apply theoretical understandings regarding positive discipline approaches for young children and the adaptation of both curriculum and the environment to meet individual needs and abilities. Students will practice written and oral reflection. It is expected that reflective thinking will assist the student in accommodating their beliefs and knowledge of theory to classroom realities. A concurrent seminar will allow students to pose classroom practice problems, negotiate solutions, and share insights while being exposed to multiple viewpoints.

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MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

EDUINDP 449

This three-credit course will help students learn how to assess mathematical skills in young children from kindergarten through 3rd grade as well as develop and identify instructional strategies that support children's engagement in mathematical thinking. Students observe and reflect on individual children's approaches to mathematical thinking and prepare and implement integrated lessons intended for children early elementary grades.

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REFLECTIVE SEMINAR: CAPSTONE SEMINAR

EDUINDP 451

This course allows pre-service teachers to reflect upon their coursework and classroom experiences, discuss and share educational ideas, monitor professional growth, formulate personal goals and objectives, collaborate with peers, share new ideas, design and evaluate strategies and methods for working with children, parents and other professionals. Written and oral reflection and other means of creative expression is practiced in class.

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INTEGRATED CURRICULUM FOR CHILDREN 6 THROUGH 8

EDUINDP 452

This course is designed to increase students' understanding of how to combine different subject areas, such as literacy, math, art, music, science within one thematic unit based on an understanding of how children learn and develop. Initially, students will study related theory and explore a variety of instructional methods. A field component will allow students to apply their knowledge by planning and implementing a series of classroom experiences with children in primary classrooms. Subsequent reflection and class discussion will address implementation problems and seek solutions.

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DIRECTED TEACHING C: CONSULTATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

EDUINDP 461

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop their practice and reflect upon skills acquired through coursework and previous field experience. Students are placed in programs serving children with disabilities. A Cooperating Teacher and University Supervisor provide supervision. Students plan and implement instruction, adapt instruction, conduct assessments, evaluate student performance, collaborate with parents and professionals.

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DIRECTED TEACHING D: CHILDREN FIVE THROUGH EIGHT YEARS

EDUINDP 462

Students have the opportunity to fully develop, practice and reflect upon skills acquired through coursework and previous field experiences. Placed with an educator teaching at a kindergarten through third grade level, students plan and implement instruction for individuals and groups of children, adapt instruction for children with special needs, conduct assessments, evaluate student performance, collaborate with parents and professionals.

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REFLECTIVE SEMINAR: PHASE FOUR PORTFOLIO

EDUINDP 465

Student Teaching Seminar provides a forum to develop a portfolio and to begin their professional career. The course is intended to ensure that the well-prepared teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of choices and actions on others (students, families, and other professionals in the learning community) and who actively seeks opportunities to grow professionally.