SUNY ORANGE Education Department COURSE SYLLABUS COURSE #: EDU 105 JK NAME: Preparing to Teach Young Children INSTRUCTOR: Pamela Burns SEMESTER: Fall 2008 PHONE: 341-4367 OFFICE: Sarah Wells 101 EMAIL: pam.burns@sunyorange.edu HOURS: As posted, or by appointment COURSE DESCRIPTION This course addresses the skills and concepts necessary for the classroom teacher of young children. Emphasis is placed on putting theory into practice. Such topics as daily schedule, lesson planning, transitions, balancing individual and small group work, communication strategies, classroom guidance, evaluation techniques, and portfolio preparation will be included. Personal learning and teaching styles, one�s philosophy of excellent education, and developing as a professional will also be examined. A grade of C or better is required to continue and graduate in the AAS/Certificate program. 2 credits RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM This course is part of the AAS in Early Childhood, but may be applicable to other programs. Consult your advisor and refer to the SUNY Orange catalog for further information and advice. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Effectively translate theory into developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood classrooms by creating a curriculum that supports theory; cognitive developmental theory, psychodynamics� theory, maturational theory, and/or behavioral theory. 2. Compare various Early Childhood curriculum models. 3. State the purpose of the creative, play-based curriculum in fostering the whole child. 4. Define and explain the attitudes, attributes, and roles of the appropriate Early Childhood Education teacher. 5. Define one�s philosophy of excellent Early Childhood Education. 6. Develop realistic goals and practices in class management and guidance. 7. Create one�s personal learning and teaching style statement. 8. Demonstrate the best practices in observation, assessment, and portfolio development. 9. Formulate quality activity plans 10. Research and develop curricula for Personal Awareness, Socialization, Cognition, Emotional Well-Being, Communication and Perceptual Motor Skills. 11. State the characteristics of a well-designed, physical environment for an Early Childhood Education facility. 12. Describe the values and issues in contemporary society that impact early childhood. 13. Identify specific developmental problems or conditions that might occur in early childhood. COURSE CONTENT 1. Overview of the Profession 2. Historical Contexts 3. Types of Programs 4. Understanding How a Child Develops 5. Play in Childhood 6. Guiding Young Children 7. Working with Parents, Families and Communities 8. Diversity and Young Children 9. Planning the Physical Environment: Indoors 10. Planning the Physical Environment: Outdoors 11. Activity Planning and Assessment 12. Enhancing Physical Development 13. Supporting Emotional and Social Development 14. Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Learning 15. Language and Literacy Learning 16. Using Creative Arts to Support Development and Learning 17. Using Technology to Support Development and Learning MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS/ACTIVITIES 1. Philosophy of Teaching Early Childhood (see green handout) 2. Building Partnerships with Parents (see salmon handout) 3. Develop & Present a Lesson Plan (see blue handout) 4. Observe & write summary of fellow classmate presenting lesson plan (see yellow handout) 5. Develop a Master Plan/Curriculum (see goldenrod handout) 6. Read additional handouts and other material 7. Class participation. EVALUATION Approximate Breakdown: 20% - Week long thematic activity plan 20% - Three curriculum activities; child presentation; summary report 20% - Partnership with parents 20% - Style inventories and educational philosophy 10% - Class participation 10% - Attendance REQUIRED TEXT Teaching Young Children: An Introduction, Henniger, 4th ed., Pearson Publishing. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION 1. All work must be typed or computer text, preferred use of Times New Roman, Font Size 12 or 14, unless otherwise specified. 2. Proper grammar and correct spelling are mandatory for each written assignment. Please do not rely solely on your spell/grammar check. Points will be deducted if work is not at �college level.� 3. Due dates are serious. Grade point reductions will be given for late work according to specific course/assignment guidelines. 4. Attendance is critical. Each unexcused absence beyond ONE will reduce your final average by six (6) points per week. 5. You must be present for the entire class to be counted as attending that day. If absence is unavoidable, you MUST contact me prior to class. This is CRUCIAL. Unusual circumstances MUST be communicated to me. 6. Make-up work, notes, and exams are YOUR responsibility to obtain/schedule. 7. Make-up assessments will be given only for excused absences and must be scheduled and administered as close to the original date as possible. 8. Students may withdraw themselves and receive a �W� during the first 10 weeks of the semester. During weeks 11 through 13 they may only withdraw and receive a �W� with the permission of the instructor. All others receive a final mark which may be A, B, C, D, or F. 9. Please remember to keep a copy of ALL of your assignments for your own personal files. 10. Changes in topics, due dates, assignments or presentations may occur due to unforeseen circumstances with or without prior notice. � SUPPORT SERVICES SUNY Orange is committed to assisting students to achieve their best. Resources for you include: Tutorial Center, Writing Lab, Math Lab, Student Success Center, Advising and Counseling, Library and Career Services. Computers and printers are available for your use in the Library, Shepard Student Center and Bio Tech Building. ADA DOCUMENTED DISABILITY If you have a documented disability, or believe you MAY have one, and you anticipate needing special accommodation, meet with me at the START of the semester. You must also request a letter from the Advocate for Students with Disabilities verifying your situation. To receive help you must contact that person at 341-4000. Office is Shepard Student Center, 3rd Floor. CELL PHONE USAGE POLICY The active use of any device classified as a telecommunications device, including, but not limited to pagers, cellular phones, PDAs and messaging devices, is prohibited in classrooms, as well as in other areas where a classroom atmosphere is assumed (e.g. libraries, labs, theaters, administrative offices), except by special permission of the instructor. Passive use, including silent and vibrate mode may be used, provided it does not compromise the education process or promote an unethical situation. Instructors reserve the right to regulate the monitoring of such devices as necessary. PLAGIARISM Any student or organization found to have committed or to have attempted to commit any of the following acts of misconduct is subject to the disciplinary sanctions outlined in Article IV. Acts of dishonesty, including, but not limited to: a. Cheating, including cybercheating b. Fabrication c. Facilitating academic dishonesty d. Plagiarism, including internet plagiarism e. Forgery f. Bribery g. Multiple submission (submitting the same assignment to more than one instructor without the permission of the instructors). Please refer to the College Academic Policy for other means of resolution for academic dishonesty issues. WEATHER EMERGENCIES/CANCELLATIONS In the event that this class is cancelled, there will be a makeup class scheduled ONLY for evening classes, NOT day classes. Check the college website or local radio station for closings. EDUCATION DEPARTMENT RESOURCES The Education Department provides numerous resources for its students: * Education Curriculum Resource Area�Located on the second floor of the library, this area houses books and periodicals for use by students. * Education Department Hallway�The hallway in the Sarah Wells Building contains Education Department faculty and staff offices as well as Bulletin Boards with course listings, job postings, event times and dates, club meeting times and contact information. * Education Resource Room�Located in Sarah Wells Workroom, this area holds consumables for student use, as well as a TV/VCR and video tapes, CD-ROMs and DVDs, laminating machine, and binding machine (some restrictions on usage amounts may apply). Please call or email Education Department administrative assistant at 341-4054 or dianne.gersbeck@sunyorange.edu to check available times for ERR access. * Education Department Website�Log on to www.sunyorange.edu/education for the most current information. DATES TO REMEMBER 9/1 Labor Day�No Classes 9/30 Rosh Hashanah�Classes in Session* 10/9 Yom Kippur�Classes in Session* 10/13 Columbus Day�No Classes 10/14 No Tuesday Classes�Hold Monday 10/8 Classes 10/17 Mid-Term Grades Distributed to Students Online 11/3 Last Day for Students to Withdraw from Classes with Grade of �W� 11/21 Last Day for Instructor Withdrawals for Fall 2008 11/26 Thanksgiving Recess Begins�No Classes 12/1 Classes Resume 12/5 Deadline to Apply for December Graduation 12/16 Grades Distributed to Students Online 12/15 Winter Recess Begins *See college policy regarding religious observance. **Changes in topics, due dates, assignments or presentations may occur due to unforeseen circumstances with or without prior notice.**