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• CHIN 393: Chinese Indep Study

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides focused examination of selected topics related to China. The course's reading assignments, deployment of sociological, anthropological and historical terms, and analysis of different cultural, economic, and political phenomena in China are aimed at deepening students' knowledge of the regions.
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• CHIN 490: Advanced Chinese Conversation

  6.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Offered as a study-abroad course. Students take this course at Beijing Normal University or an equivalent institution approved by the Department of Languages and Cultures. Develops comprehensive language skills through intensive practice and immersion in cultural, historical, and daily-life contexts. CHIN490 stresses conversational skills, develops communicative language proficiency at the Advanced-low level (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese-speaking cultures. Prerequisite:    CHIN203 AND CHIN204
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• CHIN 491: Advanced Chinese Reading

  6.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Offered as a study-abroad course. Students take this course at Beijing Normal University or an equivalent institution approved by the Department of Languages and Cultures. Develops comprehensive language skills through intensive practice and immersion in cultural, historical, and daily-life contexts. CHIN491 stresses reading skills, develops communicative language proficiency at the Advanced-low level (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese cultures through reading. Prerequisite:    CHIN203 AND CHIN204
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• CHIN 492: Advanced Chinese Listening

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Develops comprehensive language skills through intensive practice and immersion in cultural, historical, and daily-life contexts. CHIN492 stresses listening skills, develops communicative language proficiency at the Advanced-low level (according to ACTFL proficiency scale) as well as develops the ability to understand and appreciate Chinese cultures through reading. CHIN492 is a study-abroad course. Students must take this course at Beijing Normal University or an equivalent institution approved by the Department of Languages and Cultures. Prerequisite:    CHIN203 AND CHIN204
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• CHLS 340: Child & Fam in Med Setting

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the role of a child life specialist and a psychosocial care framework of children and families in medical settings. Through a review of historical and current influences in pediatric healthcare settings, basic child life theory and practice will be explored. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations.
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• CHLS 341: Death Dying and Loss

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides students with an understanding of pediatric death, dying, and loss by exploring the psychosocial, sociocultural, and ethical aspects of loss and through examining concepts of grief and bereavement. Theories of child and adolescent development provide students with a comprehensive framework for understanding illness and end of life care. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations.
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• CHLS 342: Applied Res Method

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Exposes students to central issues in understanding and applying research in practical settings. These issues include the formation of research questions/hypotheses, operational definitions of research constructs, sampling methods, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, validity, psychometric and statistical methods, quantitative and qualitative inquiry, data analysis, and research report writing.
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• CHLS 343: Child Life Pract

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides students with the opportunity to work with children, families, and Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS) across a variety of medical/therapeutic settings. Practicum students will observe pre-procedural preparation, procedural support and distraction, and medical and therapeutic play. Practicum students will also facilitate playroom programming and bedside play activities. To complete fieldwork with children and youth, students must possess up-to-date, required clearances as per local and state regulations. Prerequisite:    CHLS340 OR PRS340
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• CHLS 344: Play Cre & Exp Arts

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to current theories, practices, and pedagogical approaches for promoting developmentally appropriate play, creativity, and expressive arts for children, youth, and adolescents across a variety of settings. Students will explore the relationship between play, creativity, and expressive arts and whole child (cognitive, creative, emotional, physical, social) development. Prerequisite:    ECED110 AND ECED120 OR ECE100 OR ECE230 OR ED1102 OR ELE1190 OR ELEM121
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• CHLS 345: Child Fam Comm Engmt

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores current trends which characterize the changing family unit and draws implications from multiple disciplines. Students will examine child, family, and community structures, patterns, and relationships; explore a variety of theories, concepts, principles, and models utilized when implementing effective child, family, and community partnerships; identify and discuss the uses and applications of various resources in supporting families and their children; simulate techniques for interacting with families; and examine collaboration strategies for interdisciplinary team efforts.
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