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Students will examine the developmental stages of young children including their physical, intellectual, and social-emotional capabilities, emphasizing the wide variation in abilities and behaviors in children. The basic concepts of developmental characteristics of children from birth through eight years of age are to be understood as a foundation for planning appropriate activities for children and establishing appropriate expectations of young children. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to the field of early childhood care and education. An overall view of the field includes history and theory; social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of young children; how early childhood professionals and early childhood programs meet the needs of young children and their families; and models of early childhood programs. This course introduces the activities and materials of the early childhood profession. Students will also complete 40 hours of fieldwork in a local childcare center. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1510. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop observational skills as a method of understanding and assessing children's development and behavior. Various methods in recording observations are used by students observing in local early childhood programs. The focus is on preschool children, but the skills can be applied to any age level. The topic of ethics will be included. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1510. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop observational skills as a method of understanding and assessing children's development and behavior. Various methods in recording observations are used by students observing in local early childhood programs. The focus is on preschool children, but the skills can be applied to any age level. The topic of ethics will be included. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1510. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop observational skills as a method of understanding and assessing children's development and behavior. Various methods in recording observations are used by students observing in local early childhood programs. The focus is on preschool children, but the skills can be applied to any age level. The topic of ethics will be included. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1510. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be provided with information and experiences that will be helpful in deciding whether or not a career in education seems to be an appropriate choice. This course explores the philosophical and socio-cultural roots of education. Students will also examine the political, economic, legal, and ethical basis of American education. Contemporary issues facing education will be examined within the context of teachers, students, schools, and curriculum. Students will also complete a 40 hour internship in a local school. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be provided with information and experiences that will be helpful in deciding whether or not a career in education seems to be an appropriate choice. This course explores the philosophical and socio-cultural roots of education. Students will also examine the political, economic, legal, and ethical basis of American education. Contemporary issues facing education will be examined within the context of teachers, students, schools, and curriculum. Students will also complete a 40 hour internship in a local school. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to methods, strategies, and techniques used in the management of elementary and secondary classrooms. Students will develop appropriate classroom management skills and strengthen their understanding of the relationships among classroom environment, classroom behavior, and learning. Students will gain knowledge of disciplinary and management models, strategies to increase achievement and motivate learners, and skills to manage inclusive classrooms. Students will create a classroom management plan that aligns with their philosophy of education. J, fall spring; Olean, fall spring. Prerequisite: ENG 1530. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will be introduced to methods, strategies, and techniques used in the management of elementary and secondary classrooms. Students will develop appropriate classroom management skills and strengthen their understanding of the relationships among classroom environment, classroom behavior, and learning. Students will gain knowledge of disciplinary and management models, strategies to increase achievement and motivate learners, and skills to manage inclusive classrooms. Students will create a classroom management plan that aligns with their philosophy of education. J, fall spring; Olean, fall spring. Prerequisite: ENG 1530. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop a comprehensive knowledge of children's literature with emphasis on identification and familiarization of the different types of children's literature, the influence that literature can have on children's and adults' lives, and the development of effective and creative methods of using literature with children. Use of current technology is included. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530.J fall, spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop a comprehensive knowledge of children's literature with emphasis on identification and familiarization of the different types of children's literature, the influence that literature can have on children's and adults' lives, and the development of effective and creative methods of using literature with children. Use of current technology is included. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530.J fall, spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop a comprehensive knowledge of children's literature with emphasis on identification and familiarization of the different types of children's literature, the influence that literature can have on children's and adults' lives, and the development of effective and creative methods of using literature with children. Use of current technology is included. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530.J fall, spring; C spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop knowledge and understanding of exceptional children and youth, the ways they are served in public schools, appropriate attitudes toward human viability, and individual differences. Current legal and instructional issues and methods are discussed. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530; Prerequisite: PSY 1510. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will spend four to five hours per week in an educational setting working one-on-one or in small groups with students with identified disabilities as well as those at risk for academic failure. A regularly scheduled on-campus seminar is part of the course. Students spend a minimum of 45 hours in their educational setting during the semester in addition to the seminar. Designed primarily for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in teacher education. Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDU 2450. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will spend four to five hours per week in an educational setting working one-on-one or in small groups with students with identified disabilities as well as those at risk for academic failure. A regularly scheduled on-campus seminar is part of the course. Students spend a minimum of 45 hours in their educational setting during the semester in addition to the seminar. Designed primarily for students who plan to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a baccalaureate degree in teacher education. Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDU 2450. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will develop a basic foundation in literacy instruction. The five components of reading, basic reading disabilities, and applications to curriculum and instruction will be explored. In addition, students will examine the basics of literacy approaches including the collection and interpretation of data. Prerequisite/Corequisite: ENG 1530. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will examine the basic concepts of a child's psychological and intellectual development in relation to methods and techniques appropriate to early care and education programs. Developmentally appropriate practices will be emphasized as they apply to the skills used with young children (birth to age 8), individually and in groups. Participation in observations and practice will be required. Prerequisite PSY 2520 and EDU 1290. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will examine the basic concepts of a child's psychological and intellectual development in relation to methods and techniques appropriate to early care and education programs. Developmentally appropriate practices will be emphasized as they apply to the skills used with young children (birth to age 8), individually and in groups. Participation in observations and practice will be required. Prerequisite PSY 2520 and EDU 1290. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will discuss and prepare to teach a wide variety of young adult literature in various cultural settings as they examine the defining components of the adolescent experience. This course will be of particular interest to students majoring in secondary education as well as those students who enjoy reading young adult literature as the class is a study of the variety of texts written for and about adolescents. Students will read and discuss a range of assigned and self selected award-winning books. Prerequisite: ENG 1530. J spring. Institutional Course Syllabus