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  • ECE 162: Contemporary Programs In Early Childhood

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    This course introduces administration and supervision of early childhood programs. Contemporary issues concerned with the education of young children are discussed, and candidates complete research in the field of early childhood education. Related field experiences provide opportunities for student participation in programs for young children. Pre-Requisite: None
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  • ECE 241: Child Development, Cognition, and Learning: Pre-Natal to Age 5

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    Part one of a two part series in the study of early childhood development. In part one, emphasis is placed on how children from prenatal through age five grow and develop in the physical/motor, social, emotional, cognitive, language, and literacy domain. An overview of each area will be provided based on course lectures, the text, observation reports, interviews and required readings. The uniqueness of the individual child is emphasized as are many forms of diversity, including developmental, cultural, gender, and socioeconomic diversity, and the interdepdence and interplay among various contexts in which children live and play. Students are expected to complete 10 hours of field experience II in settings for children birth-age 5 asisting with lessons/activities planned by the classroom teacher. Activies can include but are not limited to reading,'tutoring children in math and other subject matter experiences, conducting small group conversations, supervising outdoor play and monitoring classroom routines and procedures. Prerequisite:    ECE 131
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  • ECE 242: Child Development, Cognition, and Learning: Ages 6-9

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    Part two of a two part series in the study of childhood development. In part two, emphasis is placed on how children from age 6-9 grow and develop in the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, language domains. An overview of each area will be provided based on course lectures, the text, observation reports, interviews and required readings. The uniqueness of the individual child is emphasized as are many forms of diversity, including developmental, cultural, gender, and socioeconomic diversity, and the interdepdence and interplay among various contexts in which children live and play. Students are expected to complete 10 hours of field experience II in settings for children ages 6-9 asisting with lessons/activities planned by the classroom teacher. Activies can include but are not limited to reading,'tutoring children in math and other subject matter experiences, conducting small group conversations, supervising outdoor play and monitoring classroom routines and procedures. Prerequisite:    ECE 241
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  • ECE 301: Language and Early Literacy for the Developing Child I: Pre-K - Grade 1

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    This is part one of a performance-based course designed for per-service teachers to enhance their knowledge of fundamental processes, philosophies, beliefs, objectives, desired outcomes and professional standards involved in the teaching of early literacy for the developing child from pre-kindergarten to grade 1. The influence of current research and theories on practices in reading are studied. Particular attention is given to the reading process. Insight into meeting the needs of all children including multi cultural children and exceptional children will be stressed. Offered: Fall Term. Prerequisite:    Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA) and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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  • ECE 302: Language and Early Literacy for the Developing Child II: Grades 2-4

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    This performance-based course is designed for pre-service teachers to enhance their knowledge of fundamental processes, philosophies, beliefs, objectives, desired outcomes and professional standards involved in the teaching of literacy development. This is part two of a course focusing on best practices in language and literacy for the developing child in grades 2-4. The influence of current research and theories on practices in reading are studied. Particular attention is given to the reading process. Insight into meeting the needs of all children including multi cultural children and exceptional children will be stressed. Offered: Fall Term. Prerequisite:    ECE 301, Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA), and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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  • ECE 303: Methods in Math and Science for the Developing Child I: Pre-K - Grade 1

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    This coures is a performance-based course that focuses on an interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of mathematics and science at the Pre-K to grade 1 levels. This course fulfills the State of Pennsylvania Framework for Grades Pre K-Grade 1 in mathematics and science. Developmentally appropriate approaches to mathematics and science instruction are addressed. All students are expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the state competencies in math and science; includes 40 hours of field experience III. Demonstrated competency in all subject matter areas is required to pass this course. Offered: Fall Term. Prerequisite:    MAT 105, MAT 106, Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA), and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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  • ECE 304: Methods in Math and Science for the Developing Child II: Grades 2-4

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    A performance-based course that focuses on an interdisciplinary approach to the teaching of mathematics and science in grades 2-4. This course fulfills the State of Pennsylvania Framework for Grades 2-4 in mathematics and science. Developmentally appropriate approaches to mathematics and science instruction are addressed. All students are expected to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the state competencies in math and science. This course is part two component, mathematics and science curriculum series required of all early childhood education majors. Offered: Spring Term. Prerequisite:    ECE 303, Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA), and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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  • ECE 305: Social Studies Methods for the Developing Child

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    This course is designed to develop an understanding of the conceptual structure of Early Childhood Social Studies Standards from Pre K- 4 program. These Social Studies' national and state learning standards will emerge through the holistic approach to instruction of history, time continuity and change, geography, culture, civics, government,, and individual development and identity, science, technology and society, authority, economics, interactions between people and their environment and global connections. Students will explore the implications of these understandings for formulating instruction and assessment activities in these content areas that are appropriate to Pre k-4 learners. Special emphasis will be placed on instructional approaches that actively engage young learners in concept formation, skill introduction and development, values, as well as, individual performance assessment. Offered: Fall Term. Prerequisite:    Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA) and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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  • ECE 306: Curriculum and Assessment Methods: Pre-K - Grade 1

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    Within the education community , there is talk of "The New 3 R's " for the 21st Century: Relevent curriculum , Rigorous curriculum and meaningful Relationships. In this course , you will learn how to design curriculum: curriculum that is relevant and rigorous; curriculum that is rooted in a commitment to building meaningful relationships between you and your students, among your students and between your students and the world. You will work with state standards when designing curriculum and assestment. You also will learn how to design assessments that will enhance student performance , as well as measure it. Offered: Fall Term. Prerequisite:    Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA) and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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  • ECE 307: Curriculum and Assessment Methods: Grades 2-4

    3.00 Credits
    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

    In this course, you will enhance your ability to design curriculum that is relevant and rigorous;curriculum that is rooted in a commitment to building meaningful relationships between you and your students , among your students and between your students and the world. You will work with state standards when designing curriculum and assessments for grades 2-4. You also will refine your ability to design assessments that will enhance student performance as well as measure it. Offered: Spring Term. Prerequisite:    ECE 306, Pre-service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA), and Admission into Teacher Education Program
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