Reedley College Catalog 2018-19

181 Course Descriptions 2018-2019 Catalog Child Development 40B ADMINISTRATION II: PERSONNEL AND LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 3 units, 3 lecture hours, pass/no pass PREREQUISITES: Child Development 30 and 17A or 37A. ADVISORIES: English 1A. Effective strategies for personnel management and leadership in early care and education settings. Includes legal and ethical responsibilities, supervision techniques, professional development, and reflective practices for a diverse and inclusive early care and education program. (A, CSU) 45 ADULT SUPERVISION AND MENTORING IN EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION 3 units, 3 lecture hours, pass/no pass PREREQUISITES: Child Development 37A or 17A plus current employment in a supervisory capacity in an early care and education setting. ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A. 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: 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) 70 CA PRESCHOOL FOUNDATIONS & FRAMEWORKS: SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL 1 unit, 1 lecture hour ADVISORIES: English 1A or 1AH. Introduction to the social and emotional development domain of the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Frameworks including the strands of self, social interaction, and relationships. Provides practical strategies for implementing the curriculum frameworks developed for this domain. Applicable to required or professional development units for Child Development Permit holders, preschool, transitional kindergarten, and early primary teachers. (A, CSU) 71 CA PRESCHOOL FOUNDATIONS & FRAMEWORKS: LANGUAGE & LITERACY 1 unit, 1 lecture hour ADVISORIES: English 1A or 1AH. Introduction to the language and literacy development domain in the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Frameworks including the strands of listening and speaking, reading, and writing. Provides practical considerations for implementing the curriculum frameworks developed for this domain. Applicable to required or professional development units for Child Development Permit holder, preschool, transitional kindergarten, and early-primary teachers. (A, CSU)