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• ECE 215: Language and Literacy

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  Course examines theories, current research and practice in language and literacy development for children aged birth to 5 years. Students develop competencies in designing print-rich environments and supporting foundations for learning to read and write. Students demonstrate strategies for creating effective language and literacy learning opportunities based on PA Early Learning and NAEYC Standards.
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• ECE 218: Communities and Families

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  This course introduces students to the complex dynamic of the child, family, and community on the early learning profession. Through the Center for the Study of Social Policy Protective Factors Framework, student will explore how to utilize the framework in their own teaching practice to connect with families. The course will provide foundational skills in working with diverse families and communities. Students will discover community resources to cultivate support systems for all families and children in their learning environment.
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• ECE 221: Advanced Fieldwork Experience

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  In this culminating experience, students apply theory gained from all early childhood education courses. Under the supervision of an early childhood professional, students develop further competencies and take increasing responsibility for creating environment and curriculum of an early childhood classroom. Course provides students the opportunity to intentionally plan and implement developmentally and culturally appropriate instructional strategies based on (local) state and national standards. Course requires students to be onsite teaching for 12 hours per week for 13 weeks.
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• ECE 225: Early Childhood Professional

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  Students study and reeflect upon the ethical and professional responsibilities of the early childhood profession. Family involvement, communication and parent conferences will be focused upon. Students learn Department of Public Welfare regulations and NAEYC-National Association for the Education of Young Children accreditation process. Issues involved in planning, developing, marketing, budgeting, and operating a child care facility will be introduced. Professional portfolio development encourages students' preparation for future interviewing, self-assessment, and continuing professional growth.
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• ECE 230: The Director with Vision

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  Students will explore their educational philosophy through current research and standards. Strategies will be intro- duced to assist the directors' role in helping staff create a vision of best practices for curriculum development and quality environments. Directors and future directors will explore effective communication techniques for working with the children, families, and community.
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• ECE 235: Program Organization & Mgmt

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  Students will study the administrative role of the director. Strategies will be explored for planning fiscal operations, program management, and day-to-day administration of early care and education programs.
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• ECI 240: Teach Infants w/Spec Needs

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  This course will emphasize a comprehensive and practical approach to serving infants, toddlers, and their families in an inclusive developmentally appropriate environment. Studies will be organized around a transdisciplinary approach to early intervention services emphasizing that the physical and social environments of all children should be structured to support and enhance development. Students will be required to have field experiences with infants, toddlers, and their families at inclusive and/or agency-based facilities.
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• ECO 201: Principles of Macroeconomics

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  Deals with macroeconomics which is a study of the economy as a whole. Basic concepts of supply and demand models are developed. Production and income determination and the role of government policies, both fiscal and monetary, are examined. Topics such as inflation; unemployment; business cycles; budget deficits; money and banking; and international finance will be included. A knowledge of elementary algebra is helpful.
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• ECO 202: Principles of Microeconomics

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  Deals with microeconomics which is a study of the decision making process of individual economic agents, both consumers and producers. Basic concepts of supply and demand models are developed. Various market conditions for both inputs and outputs and their impact on prices, costs, and production are examined. Topics such as government regulation, antitrust legislation, and international trade will be included. A knowledge of elementary algebra is helpful.
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• ECO 237: International Relations

  3.00 Credits

  Lehigh Carbon Community College

  
  This course will provide students with an overview of the field of international relations. Beginning with a historical survey of international relations, the course will then analyze issues related to security, the world economy and social issues. The implications of recent developments such as the end of the Cold War, European Integration, crises in the Middle East, and other major international issues will be analyzed.
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