HDEV 0005. Introduction to Curriculum
Units: 3
Prerequisite: Completion of HDEV 1 or 9 with grade of "C" or better; completion of HDEV 2 with grade of "C" or better
Hours: 54 lecture
Presents an overview of knowledge and skills related to providing developmentally appropriate curriculum and environments for all young children. Explores teaching strategies and curriculum development based on theoretical frameworks, observation, and assessment. Emphasizes the teacher’s role in supporting development and learning across the curriculum, including all content areas. (C-ID ECE 130) (CSU)
HDEV 0005 - Introduction to Curriculum
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/course-outlines/hdev-0005/
Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Prerequisite: Completion of HDEV 1 or 9 with grade of "C" or better; completion of HDEV 2 with grade of "C" or better Hours: 54 lecture Description: Presents an overview of knowledge and skills related to providing developmentally appropriate curriculum and environments for all young children. Explores teaching strategies and curriculum development based on theoretical frameworks, observation, and assessment. Emphasizes the teacher’s role in supporting development and learning across the curriculum, including all content areas. (C-ID ECE 130) (CSU) Units 3 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Differentiate between various curriculum models, approaches, environments, and standards for early learning including indicators of quality. Identify the teachers’ role in early childhood programs, including planning, implementing, and evaluating activities and environments. Select and apply developmentally appropriate teaching strategies and theories to curriculum and environment design. Course Content Outline I. Context for developmentally appropriate practice a. Developmental theory as it applies to curriculum development b. Observation and assessment strategies as they apply to curriculum planning and evaluation II. Program models and approaches III. State and national standards and accreditation IV. Theoretical frameworks for planning curriculum and environments a. California Preschool Learning Foundations b. California Preschool Curriculum Frameworks V. Environments a. Learning centers b. Effect of environment on behavior c. Routines and schedules d. Indicators of quality/components of learning environments e. Integration of content 6. Ongoing curriculum cycle a. Observation b. Assessment c. Planning d. Documentation VI. The role of the early childhood teacher a. Best practices in teaching b. Current research c. Planning and evaluating curriculum and environments d. Interactions e. Classroom Organization Components according to the CLASS tool VII. Adjusting for and including families, cultures and languages of communities served a. School age b. Infants and toddlers VIII. Content areas a. Math b. Science c. English language development d. Language and literacy e. History and social science f. Social emotional development g. Visual and performing arts h. Physical development i. Health IX. Curriculum Planning/Implementation Considerations a. Age b. Temperament c. Engagement and interests d. Abilities/special needs e. Gender f. Culture g. Language h. Learning styles and modalities Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Describe and apply developmentally appropriate principles and teaching strategies to positively influence all young children's development and acquisition of knowledge and skills. 2. Demonstrate an understanding of the many aspects of the teachers' role in providing best and promising practices in early childhood programs. 3. Compare and contrast play-based curriculum that supports children's cognitive, language, creative, physical and social/emotional development. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment, curriculum planning, implementation, documentation cycle and use it to plan, implementation, and evaluate sample ECE activities. 5. Identify theoretical and program model implications for curriculum. 6. Develop environments and teaching strategies to accommodate individual developmental needs of young children. 7. Modify career portfolio begun in HDEV 2. 8. Demonstrate knowledge of the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks. 9. Describe and apply the Classroom Organization components from the CLASS assessment tool. Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Problem Solving Examinations Projects Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Students will be assigned specific articles covering curriculum models and summarize each. 2. Students will read specific text regarding outside environmental designs in light of current concerns about liability and sustainability and be prepared to discuss in class. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Students will write lesson plans in assigned content areas. 2. Students will implement lesson plans in laboratory settings. 3. Students will create written plan for effective behavior management during a lesson plan based on the CLASS assessment tool. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Update Career Portfolio Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Human Development and Family
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/departments/human-development-family/
The Human Development and Family degree program provides students with the necessary education for work in child development programs at various levels: assistant teacher, associate teacher, teacher, master teacher, site supervisor and director. It also includes instruction in infant care, preschool, school-age care, and children’s advocacy. Course work prepares students who wish to go into the field of teaching, as well as work with families and social services.
Course Identification Numbering System (C-ID)
...120 HDEV 0002 ECE 130 HDEV 0005 ECE 200 HDEV 0003 ECE 210 HDEV 0010...
Humanities
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/departments/humanities/
...Modern East Asia HUM 0005 Classical Roots of...Children's Literature (also HDEV 0044 ) ENGL 0045...
Sociology
http://catalog.sierracollege.edu/departments/sociology/
...3 SOC 0004 The Family (also HDEV 0022 ) SOC 0005 Sociology of Women's Health...
