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EDU-1030-VA01Z - Introduction to Early Childhood Education Synonym: 187387 Location: St. Albans Credits: 3 (45 hours) Accelerated Section: This course has special meeting dates and times. See comments below or consult VSC Web Services - Search for Sections in the VSC portal for specific dates and times. If you have any questions call the site office offering the course. Semester Dates: 08-19-2019 to 09-19-2019 Last day to drop without a grade: 08-24-2019 - Refund Policy Last day to withdraw (W grade): 09-06-2019 - Refund Policy Faculty: Kathleen Baker | View Faculty Credentials This course has started, please contact the offering academic center about registration Comments: Class will not physically meet on Labor Day, but will include an online component. Course Description: This course is an overview of early childhood education and the ways in which early childhood experiences can enhance the development of the whole child. Students will examine the provision of early education and services for children from conception to age eight. Topics include child development, national and state standards, curriculum development, early intervention, regulation, and career exploration. Essential Objectives: The successful student will be able to: 1. Discuss the cultural, historical, and philosophical evolution of early childhood education. 2. Explore early education programs in the context of family and community relationships. 3. Understand the theories of child development and how they relate to the implementation of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP). 4. Discuss national and state standards for the provision of education to young children and how early childhood education programs meet these standards (VELS & NAEYC for children and professionals). 5. Review the elements of early childhood education curricula, the theoretical framework for different approaches to what is taught, and the pedagogy of inclusion and universal design. 6. Analyze evidence-based research on effective models of early education. 7. Examine the early intervention system and the provision of services to support the development of children with diverse abilities and/or affected by trauma. 8. Discuss the regulation of programs, staff, and facilities to ensure health and safety, including the role of the state in policy development and regulation enforcement. 9. Explore careers in the field of early childhood education, the NAEYC Code of Conduct, and dispositions required for work in the field. Textbooks: Fall 2019 textbook data will be available on May 13. On that date a link will be available below that will take you to eCampus, CCV's bookstore. The information provided there will be for this course only. Please see this page for more information regarding the purchase of textbooks. Methods: The class format will be a combination of whole group, small group and individual work time. If you have questions about the course or course content, please contact the Instructor. Evaluation Criteria: EVALUATION: Evaluation will be based on the following components: Attendance and participation Classwork Reflection papers Final Project (written and oral components) GRADING: Grades will be based on the following: Attendance and participation 25% Classwork 25% Reflection papers 10% Quizes 15% Final Project 25% Grading Criteria: Letter Grade Criteria A+ through A-: For any work to receive an "A," it must clearly be exceptional or outstanding work. It must demonstrate keen insight and original thinking. It must not only demonstrate full understanding of the topic or issues addressed, but it must also provide a critical analysis of these. In addition, an "A" grade reflects a student's ability to clearly and thoughtfully articulate his or her learning. B+ through B-: For any work to receive a "B," it must be good to excellent work. It must demonstrate strong originality, comprehension, critical thinking, and attention to detail. In addition, a "B" grade reflects a student's ability to clearly articulate his or her learning. C+ through C-: For any work to receive a "C," it must meet the expectations of the assignment. It must demonstrate solid comprehension, critical thinking, and attention to detail. In addition, a "C" grade reflects a student's ability to adequately articulate his or her learning. D+ through D-: For any work to receive a "D," it must marginally meet the expectations of the assignment. It demonstrates minimal comprehension, critical thinking, and attention to detail. In addition, a "D" grade may reflect a student's difficulty in articulating his or her learning. F: Work that receives an "F" grade does not meet the expectations or objectives of the assignment. It demonstrates consistent problems with comprehension, organization, critical thinking, and supporting details. In addition, an "F" grade reflects a student's inability to articulate his or her learning. Students are strongly urged to discuss this grade with their instructor and advisor. P: Equivalent to D (+/-) or better and therefore course will not count as credit for specific program requirements or competence area requirements. NP: indicates failure to meet course objectives and/or failure to meet grading criteria for successful completion as described in the instructor's course description. Attendance Policy: Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential components of a student's success in college and are completion requirements at CCV. Please be aware that missing classes could result in a non-satisfactory grade. A pattern of late arrivals or early dismissals will constitute absence and will result in a reduction of a student's grade. Contact Faculty: Email: Kathleen Baker Hiring Coordinator for this course: Katherine Maynard Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities: CCV strives to mitigate barriers to course access for students with documented disabilities. To request accommodations, please Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/ Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process. Academic Honesty: CCV has a commitment to honesty and excellence in academic work and expects the same from all students. Academic dishonesty, or cheating, can occur whenever you present -as your own work- something that you did not do. You can also be guilty of cheating if you help someone else cheat. Being unaware of what constitutes academic dishonesty (such as knowing what plagiarism is) does not absolve a student of the responsibility to be honest in his/her academic work. Academic dishonesty is taken very seriously and may lead to dismissal from the College. Course description details subject to change. Please refer to this document frequently.