Chdv 100/Child Development

SUMMER 2002
CLASS #51342
CHDV 100 - CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Instructor: Elena M. Ingrao, MS
Class Times: Wednesdays 6:30-9:20pm
Dates: June 26, July 10, July 17, July 31, August 7, August 14
Place: B-3 Main Campus
Phone: (858) 271-9060
E-Mail: elena521@excite.com
Fax: (858) 549-0252 Attn: Ken

Course Description:
This course will cover human growth and development from prenatal through early, middle and late childhood development. The primary focus of instruction will be young children and developmentally appropriate practices, with a secondary focus on variables effecting development including culture, socioeconomics and nutrition.

Course Objectives:
As a result of the learning activities in this course, students will develop the ability to:

1. Understand and plan instructional activities for young children in an effort to promote the continued development of age appropriate skills.

2. Critique the effectiveness of preschool classroom instruction and techniques.

3. Explore other resources beyond the school setting, including those which provide therapeutic services, to broaden content curriculum knowledge.

4. Analyze and discuss the difference typically developing children's physical growth and development and those with special needs, then consequently adjusting instruction to meet all children's needs.

5. Describe and apply various child development theories to real life, modern situations.

Course Requirements:
This is a hands-on experiential class in which students will be required to observe children in actual classroom settings, critique classroom instruction, describe child development theories and visit agencies / schools providing a variety of educational services. Regular class attendance and participation is required. Assignments should be turned in on the dates specified. A late penalty of 10% will be assessed to those assignments turned in past the due date. No assignments will be accepted after August 14.

1. Child Observation (2) 25%
a) Observe a child with special needs
b) Observe a typically developing infant
c) Observe a typically developing preschooler

2. Site Visit 25%

3. Theorist Group Presentation 25%

4. Participation 25%

Important Dates to Remember

The Child Observations:
The Instructor will provide a format for completing these assignments. Complete fully and maintain objectivity when observing children. Draw conclusions in the last section of the form where you are required to make subjective / interpretive comments on your observations. Select two (2) of the three options previously listed.

The Site Visit:
The Instructor will provide a format for completing this assignment. Respond to all questions, completing each section thoroughly. Select a site which an educator would use to support activities in the classroom environment.

Theorist Group Project:
This is a self graded group project which will be presented to the class on August 14. Each group will select a different theorist and will work together to prepare a creative and interesting 15 minute presentation in which all participants will play an active role. Charts and other visual aids are highly suggested. You may use the TV, an overhead projector or include a Power Point presentation. Please include the following:

• The theorists life and his/her reasons and motivation for developing this theory
• The theory in its entirety - include any controversy that may have arisen as a result of the theory
• Mention at least 5 different sources from which you obtained your data (web sites, articles, books, texts)
• Apply the theory to a minimum of three real life experiences that educators may face today. Point out why the theory is important to modern child care professionals. You may demonstrate this in a role play - have fun and be creative!

Grading Procedure:
Each assignment is worth the designated number of points as itemized in the "Course Requirements" section.

Grades are calculated as such:
90-100 points = A
80-89 points = B
70-79 points = C
60-69 points = D
0-59 points = F

Class Calendar:

June 26

In Class:
· Introduction
· Review Syllabus
· Discuss Assignments (all outlines will be disseminated)
· Infancy and prenatal development
· Handouts
· Video: Journey Into Life

Homework:
· Plan Observations

July 10
In Class:

· Biosocial, Cognitive and Psychosocial Developments: The First Two Years
· Heinz Video Series (1-2 year olds)
· Child Care Video "In Our Hands"
· Teaching Young Children - Effective Lessons
· Group Project Overview: The Curriculum Unit (Groups Assigned)
· Group Time
· Discuss Potential Site Visit Locales

Homework:
· Complete Observations

July 17
In Class:

· Someone Special, Just Like You
· Children with Special Needs: Diagnostic Criteria
· People Friendly Terminology
· Laws Effecting Children with Special Needs / Physical
Accommodations and the IEP process
· Partnering with Parents and Community Agencies
· Developing Activities to Meet Special Needs
· Preschool Development (The Play Years)
***************Observation Due***************

Homework:
· Schedule Site Visit

July 31

In Class:
· Group Time
· The Play Years (Continued)
· Worlds of Childhood Video Series

Homework:
· Complete Site Visit

August 7
In Class:

· Observations returned
· Submit and Discuss Site Visits
· Final Group Time
· The School Years, Biosocial, Cognitive and Psychosocial Development

Homework:
· Finalize Group Projects

August 14
In Class

· Site Visits returned
· Present Group Project and Self Grading Process
· Wrap Up and Closing

A little note………..

Thank you for all your efforts in this class. I hope that the hands-on experiential learning that was provided introduced you to some of the many wonderful and creative learning experiences which early childhood education provides for young learners. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

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