Education and Training

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

(Half Year – 0.50 Credit)
7561 - Level 2
(Offered for grades 10, 11, and 12)
(Grade 10 by recommendation only.)

Aligned toward the 8 goals associated with the Child Development Association, students are prepared to foster an understanding of the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of young children (ages birth to 5 years). Students will explore the roles and responsibilities associated with working and caring for young children. Students will earn their work experience hours by attending and participating at the Eastbury Early Learning Center (ELC). The course is recommended for future parents, caregivers, and/or those who are pursuing a career within the human development field. Students will also take part in the RealityCare Baby program and take the baby home for a weekend. (H, G)

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

(HalfYear – 0.50 Credit)
7571 - Level 2
(Offered for grades 10, 11, and 12)
(Grade 10 by recommendation only.)

This course enables students to investigate the development and growth of children within the educational environment. The education of children with an emphasis on the pre-kindergarten, (ages 3 –5). Intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth and development patterns are studied. Other topics include children with special needs, children’s literature, children’s art, and early childhood education. Childcare design, developmental centers, and teaching strategies and techniques are also covered. This course is recommended for future parents, caregivers, and those interested in careers in nursing, teaching, childcare, or any field related to human development. Students plan activities and lessons for preschool-age children and will work with the children at the Eastbury Learning Center. (H, G)

INTRODUCTION TO INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT

(FullYear – 1.0Credit)
7200 - Level 1 (ECE)
7202 - Level 2
(Offered for grades 10, 11, and 12)

This course is designed as an introduction to the field of Human Development and Family Science. The course will provide students with an understanding of individual and family development over the lifespan. In particular, the course will focus on the developing individual within the context of the family system and the changes that occur in family systems over time. The course will also include an internship component. Students taking this course may enroll in the UConn ECE program(see page 11). (H, G)

FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION

(Full Year – 1.0 Credit)
7581 Level 1 (ECE)
(Offered grades 11, 12)

This is an educational foundations survey course for students who are interested in learning more about the landscape of K-12 education and how to connect their passions to it. Articulated with two UConn ECE courses, the fall semester, “If You Love It, Teach It” explores studies of K-12 teaching, learning, and schooling in the United States: historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education. The spring semester “Introduction to Special Education” focuses on Special Education services in American education including various exceptionalities and the roles of professionals. Across the year, students will engage in on-site and off-site learning experiences, complete readings, and journal entries, conduct a minimum number of field experience hours, and submit a portfolio. Students enrolled in Foundations of Teaching may also choose to enroll in the UConn ECE program (see page 11) and earn up to six UConn ECE credits upon successful completion of both semesters.