Early Childhood Development (ECD)

ECD 101 Introduction to ECD

1 credit
This course presents an overview the of early childhood profession with an emphasis on developmentally appropriate practice. Students will be introduced to historical perspectives, philosophies, theories, trends and issues. Focus will be placed on professionalism.
Lecture: 1 hour
Prerequisite: Placement into English 101
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 102 Introduction to CDA (W, SU)

1 credit
This flex-term course focuses on the process to follow to earn the national Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Students will study the history of the early childhood profession and discuss the role of professionals in this field. They will complete a written autobiography, a requirement for the CDA.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 101
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 104 CDA Competencies (W, SU)

1 credit
This flex-term course focuses on the processes to complete requirements to earn the national Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Students will select a format for presenting their written competencies and required resource file. They will complete written assignments for CDA competency areas and collect samples for their resource file. Procedures for final steps to earn the CDA will be discussed.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 108
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 105 Emotional Development (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course details the importance of individualizing early childhood practices to meet the needs of children in a manner which develops positive self-image and individual competence. The course explores the impact of a teacher’s self-image, values, and attitudes on the preschool classroom. Also looks at dimensions of self, antecedents of self-concept, relationship of feelings to self-concept, and teaching strategies and classroom arrangements that foster self-esteem. Finally, the class examines the use of positive communication skills for guidance of young children.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL101
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 106 Observing and Recording (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This course focuses on appropriate methods of observing young children in group settings. Objective methods for recording children’s behavior will be included. Strategies for observing while filling the role of teacher will be addressed. ECD 106 may be taken concurrently with ECD 105 or 107.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 105
Corequisite: ECD 105 or 107
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 107 Curriculum Planning (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This class presents strategies that facilitate classroom management and guidance, and it emphasizes developing goals and objectives as a basis for classroom activities. The course includes preschool curriculum planning and fundamentals of developmentally appropriate practice. Also deals with the organization of time and space as it impacts group child care. This class may be taken concurrently with ECD 105 and 106.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Corequisites: ECD 105 and 106
Lab fee: $12.00
ECD 105, 106 and 107 may be taken together.

ECD 108 Creative Curriculum (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course deals with the principles of creativity and its importance in the life of the young child. Focus is on the sequence of development in child’s use of creative materials. Techniques for creative arts and music will be explored, demonstrated and implemented. Students will develop and evaluate materials, objectives, and activities in these areas.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 105 and 106
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 109 Language Experiences in Early Childhood Programs (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course includes theories and sequence of speech/language development, differentiating between normal and atypical language. Focus is on the teacher as facilitator of communication skill development, planning and implementing language arts activities, and selecting and using literature to enhance language development and provide emotional support. Literacy in young children is stimulated through interactive speech, listening, reading and print activities. Guidelines for establishing a literacy area in the classroom and working with parents also will be included.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 105, 106, 107, 108, PSY 261
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 110 Infant-Toddler Curriculum (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course presents an overview of care giving for infants and toddlers in group settings. Programming for infants and toddlers is emphasized across developmental areas through appropriate routines, environment, and experiences. The role of staff and parent relationships is explored, and Ohio Child Care Licensing Rules are reviewed. This course is offered every quarter, with alternating day and evening class times.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 105, 106, 107, 108, PSY 261
Corequisite: ECD 181, ECD 191
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 112 Physical Development Curriculum (A, SP)

3 credits
This course covers the theoretical foundations for a child’s physical and motor development. It includes assessing an individual child’s motor skills, sequence for the development of motor skills, perceptual-motor development, as well as implementing small and large motor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings. Health, nutrition, and safety education activities and discussion of childhood sexuality are part of this course.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 107 and PSY 261
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 114 Cognitive Curriculum (W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course explores the theoretical foundations behind a child’s cognitive development. Techniques for promoting concept development as well as focus on science and math activities for young children are part of the course. Emphasis is on planning activities which encourage questioning, probing, and problem-solving skills appropriate to individual developmental levels and learning styles. The course also includes studying the effects and use of television, computers and technology in settings for young children.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 108, PSY 261
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 115 School Age Child Care (On Demand)

3 credits
This course will present principles that are important for developing and administering childcare programs for children in Kindergarten through Grade 5. Developmental characteristics of school-aged children will be reviewed and appropriate care, education, and guidance practices identified. Information regarding licensing regulations and parent involvement for school-age childcare programs in Ohio will be disseminated.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 105, 106, 107, 108
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 120 Interpersonal Communications for Human Services (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This participatory and interactive course teaches principles of interpersonal communication for individuals working in Human Services. It is structured on the premise that the most important resource individuals bring to a helping relationship is their ability to remain self-aware and to communicate honestly and directly. Also covered are managing anger, conflict resolution, and assertive behavior.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 101
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 151 ECD Media Resource I (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This course will provide an overview and orientation to resources, equipment and materials available for creating learning activities and materials to be used with and by children. Students will have opportunities to practice safe, economical, and appropriate skills in creative ways.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 105 or permission of ECD coordinator
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 152 ECD Media Resources II (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This course will expand students’ opportunities to learn, implement, and evaluate appropriate materials and methods for creating learning activities for children. Emphasis will be on extensions of appropriate classroom activities and environments through the use of media materials.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 105 or permission of ECD coordinator
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 181–285 ECD Seminars I-V (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
These seminars offer group discussion of experiences related to ECD field experiences and integration of theory and practice. Seminars are taken as corequisites with ECD Practicums I-V. Seminars focus on observing and recording children’s play and interactions, basic principles of guidance, and application of knowledge. Expectations, objectives and requirements build with each successive experience. Successful completion (“C” or better) of each seminar is a prerequisite for the next seminar.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 108, PSY 261
Corequisites: ECD 110, ECD 191–295
Lab fee: $4.00 for each course

ECD 191–295 ECD Practicums I-V (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
These courses are an integral part of the ECD program, providing students with the opportunity to apply theory and practice under the guidance of early childhood professionals, who guide and assist in the evaluation of student performance. Students in the field for practicum are observed twice during the quarter by an assigned ECD faculty member. Successful completion with a “C” or better is a prerequisite for the next practicum.
Lecture: 0 hours – PR: 7 hours
Prerequisite: Formal admission to ECD, ECD 108 & ECD 261
Corequisite: ECD 110, ECD 181–285
Lab fee: $25 for ECD 191; $20 each for ECD 192–295

Seminar
ECD 181 Infants & Toddler Sem
ECD 182 Preschoolers Sem
ECD 183 Three to Five Sem
ECD 284 Special Needs Sem
ECD 285 Pre-Kindergarten Sem
ECD 286 Administration Sem
ECD 287 Student Teaching Sem
Practicum
ECD 191 Infants & Toddler Prac
ECD 192 Preschoolers Prac
ECD 193 Three to Five Prac
ECD 294 Special Needs Prac
ECD 295 Pre-Kindergarten Prac
ECD 296 Administration Prac
ECD 297 Student Teaching Prac

ECD 190 Activity Plan Seminar (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This seminar is required for ECD students who have received Prior Learning Assessment credit for Practicum and Seminars I. The class will focus on preparing written documentation of developmentally appropriate activities for preschool-aged children. Students will learn to write concepts, objectives, and procedures for developmentally appropriate activities, consistent with ECD program outcomes. Students will be observed in their work with children one time as a requirement for completing this class on a pass/fail basis.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion with a “C” or better in ECD 101, 105, 106, 107, 108
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 200 First Aid (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This course provides the student with training and practice in First Aid for infants and young children. It meets requirements of Ohio Child Day Care Licensing Rules for staff in early childhood settings. Prior Learning Assessment credit may be awarded for a current valid certificate for First Aid.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 100
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 201 Health and Safety (A, W, SP)

3 credits
This course gives training and practice in First Aid, in the recognition and management of communicable diseases, and in child abuse recognition and prevention. ECD 201 meets requirements of Ohio Child Day Care Licensing Rules for staff in early childhood settings. Prior Learning Assessment credit may be awarded for current valid certifications in First Aid, Recognition of Child Abuse and Neglect, and Management of Communicable Diseases.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 100
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 202 Management of Communicable Disease (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This course is designed to give students the knowledge and skills to recognize and manage communicable diseases. This class meets requirements for Ohio Child Day Care Licensing Rules for staff in early childhood settings. Prior Learning Assessment credit may be awarded for a current valid certificate in Management of Communicable Diseases.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 100
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 204 Recognition of Child Abuse and Neglect (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed for child abuse recognition and prevention. This class meets requirements for Ohio Child Day Care Licensing Rules for staff in early childhood settings. Prior Learning Assessment credit may be awarded for a current valid certificate in Recognition of Child Abuse and Neglect.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: Placement into ENGL 100
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 205 Family Dynamics (W, SU)

3 credits
This course will present strategies for working effectively with parents of young children and involving them in childcare programs. Emphasis is on how to encourage active participation of parents in early childhood programs, parent conferences, and parent education. Family needs, similarities, and differences will be discussed as they may affect the teacher’s role in building a partnership with parents.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 206 and ECD 120
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 206 Social Development Curriculum (A, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course will address the major components of social development: recognition of family patterns and traditions, gender identity and sex roles, moral reasoning of young children, play theories and programming for classroom play, multicultural practices and diversity, and social studies for young children. The teacher’s role as facilitator of social development will be defined.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 114, EDC 109
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 207 Guidance and Discipline in Early Childhood Programs (W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This course is a study of social learning theories and the guidance of young children. Focus is on preventing problem behaviors and teaching desirable behavior through example, communication, and setting limits. Issues of child behavior and analyzing discipline problems will be discussed. Ways to resolve problem situations, change behavior, and develop moral reasoning are suggested. Strategies for helping children cope with stressful situations and for working with children in special circumstances are presented.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 120
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 208 Young Children with Special Needs (A, SP)

3 credits
This course presents the rationale and skills necessary for educating and caring for young children with special needs in programs that are inclusive. It describes methods for identifying and assessing children with special needs and offers adaptive activities/strategies that are useful in an integrated classroom. Course acknowledges the importance and necessity of collaboration with parents, community professionals, and resources.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 120
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 210 Administration and Staff Dynamics

3 credits
This course is an in-depth study of the dynamics of staff interaction in a setting for young children. Focus includes personnel rights and responsibilities, ethical implications of teaching, and team functioning. Problem-solving, professional growth and development, evaluation processes, and the legal requirements and responsibilities of Ohio Child Day Care Licensing procedures will be explored.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 206 and minimum of one year working in a childcare setting
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 212 Family Ecology (A, SP)

3 credits
ECD 212 views the family as an ecosystem and examines its inter-relationships with the environment (biophysical, psychosocial, and technological) through processes of perceiving, valuing, spacing, and deciding. Emphasis is placed on family organizations, family members, and their roles.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 120 and ECD 205
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 221–230 Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood (SU)

1-5 credits
These courses will facilitate offerings of special topics related to ECD on an annual basis. Topics may include Children’s Literature, Diversity and Young Children, Intergenerational Care, Music and Movement, Fitness for Children, Nutrition, Sign Language, Leadership, Advocacy, etc. These topics may be for new students in ECD or meet requirements for Pre-K Associate Licensed teachers for renewal purposes.
Lecture: 1-5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or permission of ECD coordinator
Lab fee: $4.00 - $12.00

ECD 231 Phonics and the Structure of Language (SU)

5 hours
This course is designed to introduce students to the teaching of phonics and grammar in the context of reading, writing, and spelling. Students will learn basic terminology, will apply this terminology to instruction, and will develop an understanding of, and appreciation for, the structure and function of language elements. Teacher candidates must achieve a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisites: ECD 287 and 297
Lab fee: $ 20.00
 

ECD 286 ECD Administration Seminar (A, W, SP, SU)

1 credit
This seminar provides opportunities for discussion and activities related to the ECD field experience and for the integration of theory and practice. Focus will be given to the program philosophy, qualifications and roles required to administer programs for young children, and to the planning required to meet the needs of staff, children, families, and the community. Establishing and maintaining sound fiscal practice also will be reviewed.
Lecture: 1 hour
Corequisite: ECD 296
Prerequisites: ECD 284, 294
Lab Fee: $4.00

ECD 287 Student Teaching Seminar (A, W, SP, SU)

2 credits
Students will have opportunities to discuss their interactions with young children, staff, and parents in their assigned practicum settings. Students will analyze the components of the learning environment, and their inter-relationships in programs for young children and families. They will plan to integrate theory and practice to facilitate learning and promote quality programming, guidance, health, and safety of pre-Kindergarten children.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 284, 294
Corequisite: ECD 297
Lab fee: $12.00

ECD 296 Administration Practicum Experience (W, SU)

1 credit
This experience is to be taken corequisitely with ECD 211 Child Care Administration. Students will spend 7 hours a week with an assigned community childcare administrator. Objectives related to administration of a childcare center, including budgeting, enrolling children, parent involvement, hiring and monitoring staff, and program development will direct student participation in this practicum experience.
Lecture: 0 – Lab: 0 – Clinical: 7 hours
Prerequisite: ECD 284, 294
Corequisite: ECD 286
Lab fee: $4.00

ECD 297 Student Teaching Practicum (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This practicum helps students integrate theories of child development with actual teaching practice as they work with young children individually and in groups. Students will hone their teaching skills in assigned Pre-Kindergarten classrooms five days a week for a total of 21 hours weekly.
Lecture: 0 hours – Lab: 21 hours
Prerequisites: ECD 284, ECD 294
Corequisite: ECD 287
Lab fee: $12.00