2006-2008 Catalog - Roane State Community College

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Course Descriptions
208 ROANE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ECED 1010—Introduction to Early Childhood Education. . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Credits
Introduction to the early childhood profession including an emphasis on professionalism and
developmentally appropriate practice. Includes an overview of history of early education, theoretical
program models, different types of early childhood programs, community resources,
professional organizations, and contemporary trends and issues in programs for children ages
birth to nine. Field experiences required.
ECED 2010—Safe, Healthy Learning Environments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
A study of the basic principles and practices of safety, health and nutrition as they relate to the
early childhood setting, home and community for children ages birth to nine. Also included is
a study of principles of creating appropriate learning environments for young children. Field
experiences required.
ECED 2015—Early Childhood Curriculum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
A study of developmentally appropriate practices and the teacher’s role in supporting development
of young children ages birth to nine. An emphasis on curriculum planning including
goals, environment, roles of teachers and parents, materials and settings. Field experiences required.
(Prerequisites: ECED 1010, 2010 or department approval.)
ECED 2020—Infant, Toddler, Child Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
The study of the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional aspects of young children and their
application to the care, guidance and development of the child birth to nine. Laboratory observation
and interaction. (Prerequisites: ECED 1010, 2010 and completion of all DSP requirements
for reading, writing, and learning strategies or department approval.)
ECED 2030—Infant and Toddler Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
A course on the care and education of infant and toddlers, birth to age three in group settings
(i.e., child care centers, family child care homes, Early Head Start). Includes rationales and
strategies for supporting the whole child including cognitive, language, social-emotional, and
physical development in a safe, responsive environment. Emphasis is on relationship-based
care and education with special attention to the unique environment aspects of programs for
the child under three.
ECED 2040—Family Dynamics & Community Involvement . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
The role of the family and community in the physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth
of the child in a diverse society. Includes benefits of and strategies for developing positive, reciprocal
relationships with families in an early childhood setting ages birth to nine. Field experiences
required. (Prerequisites: ECED 2015 or department approval.)
ECED 2050—Psychomotor Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
This course discusses the major theories of psychomotor development and the application to
the development of the young child ages birth to nine. Particular emphasis is placed on the positive
development of motor skills. Field experiences required. (Prerequisites: ECED 2020 or
department approval.)
ECED 2060—Development of Exceptional Children. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
Explores practices that early childhood professionals can apply to develop a more inclusive and
accessible environment for all children ages birth to nine. Provides students with skills to include
children of all abilities through appropriate arrangement of the environment. Includes
strategies for developing strong relationships with families and other community agencies.
Field experiences required. (Prerequisites: ECED 2020 and 2040 or department approval.)
ECED 2070—Developmental Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Credits
This course will cover assessment for children from birth to nine years of age. Both formal and
informal instruments will be discussed with the emphasis on tools that can be used by teachers
of young children. Considerations in choosing, administering and reporting results of assessments
will also be addressed. Field experiences required. (Prerequisites: ECED 2020 or
department approval.)