tices and family structure of different cultures, explore parenting styles, family stress, building relationships between family, community, and schools, and identify methods of parent education. (Prerequisite: None) (2 credits: 2 lecture/0 lab) ECED1475 History and Professions in Early Childhood This course introduces students to the early childhood field including history of and career opportunities. The course also examines job requirements, licensing regulations, characteristics of quality programs, types of early childhood programs, and the current issues in the field. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Corequisite: ECED1101, ECED1102) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) ECED2215 Supporting Infant and Toddler Development Through this course, the student will explore the well-being, competence, and developmental outcomes of prenatal, infant, toddler development in the context of their families. Students will be required to observe infant and toddler caregivers. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Prerequisite:ECED1101, ECED1102, ECED1150) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) ECED2335 Language and Literacy This course explores language development from birth to adolescence. This course examines the integration of reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing competencies in a unified literacy curriculum. The course explores the process of language development and appropriate strategies to stimulate and encourage the continuation of language growth. Instructional emphasis is placed upon assessment, fluency, active construction of meaning, and matching learner capabilities with appropriate instructional strategies. Students will complete 32 hours field experience. Students will complete a mock assessment test. Students will be required to participate in a practicum experience working with young children, birth through age eight, for a portion of the semester/credit hours. (Prerequisite: ECED1225) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab) ECED2350 Foundations of Language and Literacy This course explores language arts development from birth through age 8, including reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing. Learners will explore the process of language development, basic language constructs and appropriate strategies to stimulate and encourage the continuation of oral language and emerging literacy skills. Instructional emphasis is placed upon communication development, phonological awareness, early identification/intervention for struggling readers and matching learner capabilities with appropriate instructional strategies. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Prerequisite: ECED1101, ECED1102, ECED1230) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) ECED2370 Observing & Assessing Children’s Development This course presents students with a systematic plan for week-by-week documentation of each child’s development in an early childhood setting. It presents instruction in the most common and useful recording techniques as well as a review of basic child development principles. Students will be required to participate in an approved early childhood setting for 64+ hours throughout the term with a minimum of five children (infant, toddler, 2 year old, 3 year old, and 4 year old) in order to complete 128 Course Descriptions weekly observations. (Prerequisite: None) (3 credits: 1 lecture/2 lab) ECED2375 Early Childhood Learning This course provides the learner experience in application and developing curriculum while utilizing effective instructional methods. The course will identify how children develop and learn as well as establish the roles of the family and teacher. Emphasis will be placed on supporting diverse learners and enhancing the learning environment for all learners while supporting active inquiry. Curriculum design and implementation will include math, science, literacy, blocks, dramatic play, toys and games, art, library, discovery, sand and water, music and movement, cooking, computers, and outdoors. Students will be required to participate in a practicum experience working with young children, birth through age eight, for a portion of the semester/credit hours. (Prerequisite: ECED1225) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab) ECED2420 Exceptional Children This course examines the development of children with special needs and emphasizes the inclusive classroom. Course content includes early intervention and public policy, comparisons of typical and exceptional development, planning for inclusion, and implementing inclusive early childhood programs. Students will be required to participate in a practicum experience working with young children for a portion of the semester/credit hours. (Prerequisite: ECED2375) (3 credits: 2 lecture/1 lab) ECED2440 Intro to Early Childhood Special Education This course examines the development of children with differing abilities and emphasizes the inclusive classroom. Course content includes early intervention and public policy, comparisons of typical and exceptional development, planning for inclusion, implementing inclusive early childhood programs, and applying legal and ethical educational requirements. Students are required to pass a Minnesota DHS background study and complete field experience hours during ECED coursework. (Prerequisite: ECED1101, ECED1102ECED1230) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab) ECED2475 Ethics, Issues, and Professionalism This course is a culminating course for the Early Childhood Education program; further exploration of the field and professional leadership is encompassed. The course reiterates the training requirements, licensing regulations, characteristics of quality programs, types of early childhood and school-age programs, use of technology with children, multiculturalism, educating children with special needs, parent and community involvement, and other issues facing the field of early childhood education. Special emphasis is placed on preparing the student practitioner for being proactive in an ever-changing field as well as effectively responding to ethical and professional issues. This course will be a culmination of portfolio requirements with a final presentation and mock interview. This course also requires students to complete a state mandated technical skills assessment. (Prerequisite: ECED2375) (4 credits: 4 lecture/0 lab) ECED2650 Early Childhood Education Internship During this course, students will work for at least 15 hours per week in a child care setting with a minimum of three children between the ages of 0-8. Students will be assessed on their knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices, understanding of the characteristics of children at different levels of development, ability to create optimal group experiences for small groups of children, documentation of children’s interests and developmental levels, demonstration of
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