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Designed for Nursing, Liberal Studies, Speech Pathology, and other non-Child-Development majors, this course studies the child’s physical, cognitive, social
and emotional development from conception through adolescence. Studies biological and environmental foundations and influences including cross-cultural
issues. Scheduled observations in the Child Development Laboratory included. This is an approved General Education course.
Examination of anti-bias curriculum development, instructional techniques and materials with relation to the developmental stages of young children. Students
in this class also work directly with young children in a community program. Special fee required; see The Class Schedule.
This course provides an overview of child and family assessment. The course offers the student both research-based theory and practical applications in these areas. Students apply the knowledge gained during class sessions and readings to relevant assigned projects and papers.
Study of the role of the administrator in various types of licensed child care facilities. Topics include program, fiscal, licensing, personnel, legal, and
management aspects of children’s programs. Includes participation in budget development, time management, observation of decision-making, and leadership
styles in various programs, development of program philosophy, and staff evaluation.
Child Development 292:Child Development Practice: Children and Families
Prerequisites: BIOL 118 or BIOL 103; CD 050, CD 051, CD 152, CD 153, CD 192; HCSV 260 or NFSC 025; PSY 202; senior standing; faculty
permission.
Provides experience in child development programs or community service agencies emphasizing children and families. 1.0 hour lecture, 4.0 hours workshop. Requires Internet access.
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