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Course Descriptions
2015-2016 Catalog
Child Development - Chinese
45
ADULT SUPERVISION AND MENTORING
IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES : Eligibility for English 1A.
PREREQUISITES: Child Development 37A or 17A plus
current employment in a supervisory capacity in an early care
and education setting.
Methods and principles of supervising student
teachers, volunteers, staff, and other adults in early care and
education settings. Emphasis is on the roles and development of
early childhood professionals as mentors and leaders. (A, CSU)
47 EMERGENT LITERACY
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A.
This course is designed for current students, future
early childhood educators, those who are considering teaching
as a profession, and prospective literacy tutors. Students
will develop competency in emergent literacy strategies
that are essential for delivering culturally relevant reading
instruction to emergent young readers, children from birth
through age 8. Students will study and gain knowledge of
research-based principles and practices for providing young
children with a strong foundation in emergent literacy in early
reading, writing and oral language within a developmentally-
appropriate approach. The theory and research is translated
into practical strategies, assessment materials and preparation
of a rich literacy environment. (A, CSU)
49
GUIDANCE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A.
This course explores effective strategies for guiding
children’s behavior in the Early Care and Education
environment. Establishing a pro-social environment,
developing positive relationships, and maintaining a healthy
schedule will be emphasized. Attention will be given to
guidelines for discussion of behavioral issues of concern,
the teacher’s role in supporting children through emotional
difficulties, and the needs of children at risk. (A, CSU)
151
INTRODUCTION TO FAMILY CHILD CARE
1 unit, 1 lecture hour, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This is one of two courses designed to meet the
training needs of family child care providers. This course
will explore basic information on managing a family child
care home; licensing requirements, developing policies for
parents, record-keeping, recruiting children, and arranging
the home for child care. (A)
152
QUALITY PROGRAMS IN FAMILY
CHILD CARE
1 unit, 1 lecture hour, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course will address the program planning needs
for the family child care setting. This course will also explore
the use of space for play and learning, appropriate curriculum,
positive guidance techniques, provider-parent relationships
and how to provide care for children of different ages. (A)
160
TOPICS IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT
1 unit, 1 lecture hour, (Pass/No Pass)
This course examines new topics and trends in Child
Development in the areas of curriculum, family, community,
and/or administration. Each topic meets various state and
federal requirements for Child Development programs. (A)
CHINESE (CHIN)
1
BEGINNING CHINESE
4 units, 4 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, (Pass/No
Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
Beginning course in conversational and written
Chinese for non-native speakers; intended for students without
previous exposure to Chinese. Introduction to pronunciation,
vocabulary, idioms, grammar, and exploration of Chinese
culture and Chinese-American culture. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
2
HIGH-BEGINNING CHINESE
4 units, 4 lecture hours, 1 lab hour, (Pass/No
Pass)
PREREQUISITES: Chinese 1.
Second-semester course in conversational and
written Chinese for non-native speakers. Development of
grammatical structures and expansion of vocabulary. Further
study of Chinese and Chinese-American cultures. (A, CSU-
GE, UC, I)