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Course Descriptions
2015-2016 Catalog
Child Development
15 DIVERSITY AND CULTURE IN EARLY
CARE AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: English 125 and 126.
Examination of the development of social identities
in diverse societies including theoretical and practical
implications of oppression and privilege as they apply to young
children, families, programs, classrooms and teaching. Various
classroom strategies will be explored emphasizing culturally
and linguistically responsive teaching and appropriate anti-bias
approaches supporting all children in becoming competent
members of a diverse society. Course includes self-examination
and reflection on issues related to social identity, stereotypes
and bias, social and educational access, media and schooling.
(A, CSU) (C-ID ECE 230)
17A INFANT AND TODDLER PRACTICUM
(FORMERLY CHDEV 7)
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 1, 6, and
39. ADVISORIES: English 125 and 126.
This course introduces students to infant-toddler
development. Applies current research to the care and
education of infants and toddlers in group settings. Examines
essential policies, principles and practices that lead to quality
care and developmentally appropriate curriculum for children
from birth to 36 months. The “To Be Arranged” hours
may include observation of and participation in planning
environments and facilitating infant toddler growth and
development. (A, CSU)
17B ADVANCED INFANT AND TODDLER
DEVELOPMENT (FORMERLY CHDEV 7B)
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 17A.
ADVISORIES: English 125 and 126.
A study of infants and toddlers focusing on birth to
age three including physical, cognitive, language, social, and
emotional growth and development. Includes an overview of
pre-conception, conception, prenatal development and birth.
Applies theoretical frameworks to interpret behavior and
interactions between heredity and environment. Emphasizes
the role of family and relationships in development. (A, CSU)
19V
CHILD DEVELOPMENT COOPERATIVE
WORK EXPERIENCE
1-8 units: 75 hours of paid employment or
60 hours of unpaid employment per unit per
semester. (Pass/No Pass)
Students will gain work experience in a childcare,
early intervention, special education or educational facility.
Students can specialize their work experience at the level
needed to accomplish their educational / career goals. These
various levels of work experience include working with infants,
toddlers, preschool, or grades K-12. Students gaining work
experience towards the Early Intervention Assistant Certificate
are required to complete their work experience at a facility
that includes typically and atypically developing children.
Students may enroll for a maximum of 8 units per semester.
Students may earn a total of 16 units in work experience of
which only 6 may be in COTR 19G. This course includes a
2-hour orientation at the beginning of the semester.
20 OBSERVATION AND ASSESSMENT
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADV I SOR I E S : En g l i s h 125 a nd 12 6 .
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 1, 3, and 39.
This course focuses on the appropriate use
of assessment and observation strategies to document
development, growth, play and learning to join with families
and professionals in promoting children’s success. Recording
strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment
tools are explored. (A, CSU) (C-ID ECE 200)
30
CHILD, FAMILY, AND COMMUNITY
3 units, 3 lecture hours (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: English 125 and 126.
An examination of the developing child in a societal
context focusing on the interrelationship of family, school and
community emphasizes historical and social-cultural factors.
The processes of socialization and identity development will be
highlighted, showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal
relationships that support and empower families. (A, CSU,
UC) (C-ID CDEV 110)