MASTER SYLLABUS

2020-2021

A.	Academic Division: Liberal Arts

B.	Discipline: Education

C.	Course Number and Title: EDUT1070 Introduction to Child Development

D.	Course Coordinator: Teri Brannum

Assistant Dean: Dr. Steve Haynes

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E.	Credit Hours: 3

F.	Prerequisites: None

G.	Syllabus Effective Date: Fall, 2020

H.	Textbook(s) Title:

The Power of Observation for Birth through Eight

Author: Jablon, Dombro, Dichtel-Miller

Copyright Year: 2007

Edition: 2nd

ISBN #: 9781933021522

Effective Practices in Early Childhood Education: Building a Foundation Plus Revel -- Access Card Package, 4th Edition

Author: Sue Bredekamp

Copyright Year: 2019

Edition: 4th

ISBN: 9780135177051

Workbook(s) and/or Lab Manual: None

J.	Course Description: This course addresses both typical and atypical child development from birth through age eight. The course provides an overview of early childhood theorists. Studying early childhood development is essential to becoming an effective teacher of young children. The importance of understanding the interrelationship of the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language, and aesthetic domains is also addressed. Developmental domains are presented with examples drawn from diverse cultures. The course also highlights the diversity of child development, preparing professionals to meet the unique needs of children from a wide variety of backgrounds. This multicultural perspective prepares adults to meet the distinct needs of every child.

K.	College-Wide Learning Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written	Written Communication VALUE Rubric – Research Paper
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

L.	Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
Analyze the characteristics of children that cause them to act very differently from adults in language, interactions, understanding, emotional response, and motivation—drawing from life observations and recognizing the role of cultural influences.	Weeks – 1, 4, 9, 12 Chapter Study Questions Video Reflection Exams – Week – 8 & 16
Describe the typical or atypical development of children through the interrelation and influence of developmental domains.	Weeks – 5, 6, 8, 9 Chapter Study Questions Observation Video Reflection Exams – Week 8 & 16
Identify influential theories of development and learning and their implications for teaching young children including maturationist, psychoanalytic, cognitive-development, sociocultural, behaviorist, information processing, and ecological systems.	Weeks - 3, 4, 9, 10 Chapter Study Questions Exams – Week 8 & 16
Explain evidence for the influence of both nature and nurture in children’s learning and development.	Weeks – 2, 4, 11, 12, 13 Video Reflections Research Assignment Chapter Study Questions Exams – Week 8 & 16
Describe how early learning environments and play influence the positive developmental characteristics and accomplishments from birth through age 8.	Weeks – 2, 4, 5, 6, 11 Chapter Study Questions Discussion Board Exams – Week 8 & 16
Discuss the importance of relationships between families, professionals, and caregivers in promoting development.	Weeks – 6, 7, 16 Chapter Study Questions Activities/Discussion Board Exams – Week 8 & 16
Explain a variety of research strategies in child development and assessment.	Weeks – 1, 3, 9, 8, 11, 16 Chapter Study Questions Research Assignment Exams Week 8 & 16

M.	Topical Timeline (Subject to Change):

Some items may be adjusted at the discretion of the instructor

Date	Topic	Readings	Assignments Due	Time Allotted
Week 1	Introductions, Overview, and Course Requirements	Importance of Early Childcare – Video	Contact Information Canvas Review/Start Here Module Reading with Success	3 hours
Week 2	Chapter 1 Continuity and Change in Early Childhood Education Chapter 2 Building on a Tradition of Excellence	Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Brain Based Learning Development Video	Chapter Questions Chapter Questions Video Reflections	3 hours
Week 3	Chapter 3 Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practice	Chapter 3 Observation Video Chapter 1 & 2 Pages 1 – 29 Observation Text	Chapter Questions Video Reflections Questions on page 158 & 160 – Observation Text	3 hours
Week 4	Chapter 4: Theory and Development- Applying What We Know About Children’s Development	Chapter 4 Theorist Video	Chapter Questions Video Reflections	2 hours 1 hour
Week 5	Test 1 Chapters 1-4 Chapter 5 Adapting for Individual Differences	Chapter 5 Video	TEST 1 Chapter 1-4 Chapter Questions Video Reflections	1.5 hours 1.5 hours
Week 6	Chapter 6: Embracing Cultural Diversity	Chapter 6 Chapters 3 & 4 Pages 31-64 Observation Text	Chapter Questions Questions 1-3 Page 164 Observation Text Choice of Theorist/Topics	3.0 hours
Week 7	Chapter 7: Building Effective Partnerships w/Families	Chapter 7 Video Reflection Fatherhood Resources Chapters 5 Pages 65 - 92 Observation Text	Chapter Questions Video Reflections Case Study	3.0 hours
Week 8	Midterm Chapter 8 Creating a Caring Community of Learners	Chapter 8	Midterm Exam Chapters 5-8	3 hours
Week 9	Chapter 9 Teaching to Enhance Learning and Development	Chapter 9 Cognitive Video	Chapter Questions/ Video Reflections Observations Due Chapter 4 Pg. 167	3 hours
Week 10	Chapter 10 Planning Effective Curriculum	Chapter 10	Chapter Questions/ Video Reflections
Week 11	Chapter 11 Assessing Children’s Learning & Development	Chapter 11 Lillian Katz Video Dani’s Story	Chapter Questions/ Discussion Board Video Reflections	3 hours
Week 12	Chapter 12 Language Development and Literacy Test 3 Chapters 9-12	Chapter 12 Language Video	Chapter Questions/ Video Reflections Test 3 Chapters 9-12
Week 13	Chapter 13 Teaching Children to Investigate and Solve Problems – M, S, & T.	Chapter 13	Study Questions/ Video Reflections Part 1 Research Paper Due Written Portion	3 hours
Week 14	Chapter 14 Teaching Children to Live in a Democratic Society: Social-Emotional Learning and Social Studies	Chapter 14 Conscious Discipline Video	Study Questions/ Video Reflections Part 2 Research Paper Due Visual Portion
Week 15	Chapter 15 Teaching Children to Be Healthy and Fit: Physical Dev. & Health	Chapter 15	Study Questions/ Video Reflections Gross Motor Game Discussion Board– Which Theorist do you think supports your Style?	3 hours
Week 16	Chapter 16 Being an Early Childhood Professional Final Exam	Chapter 16	Personal Philosophy Confidentiality & Ethical Issues Final Exam Chapters 13-16	3 hours

N.	Course Assignments:

Observations

Computerized and/or Chapter Question

On-Line Activities

Personal Philosophy

On-Line Presentation

Discussion Board/Video Reflections

Research Paper

Chapter Test

Midterm Exam

Final Exam

O.	Recommended Grading Scale:

NUMERIC	GRADE	POINTS	DEFINITION
93–100	A	4.00	Superior
90–92	A-	3.67	Superior
87–89	B+	3.33	Above Average
83–86	B	3.00	Above Average
80–82	B-	2.67	Above Average
77–79	C+	2.33	Average
73–76	C	2.00	Average
70-72	C-	1.67	Below Average
67–69	D+	1.33	Below Average
63-66	D	1.00	Below Average
60-62	D-	0.67	Poor
00-59	F	0.00	Failure

P.	Grading and Testing Guidelines:

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Q.	Examination Policy:

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R.	Class Attendance and Homework Make-Up Policy:

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S.	Classroom Expectations:

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T.	College Procedures/Policies:

Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at

http://catalog.ncstatecollege.edu/mime/download.pdf?catoid=5&ftype=2&foid=3