SUNY ORANGE Education Department COURSE SYLLABUS COURSE #: EDU 105 NP NAME: Preparing to Teach Young Children INSTRUCTOR: Pamela Burns SEMESTER: Spring 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. Early Childhood Education 2. A Developmentally Appropriate EC Program 3. Developing Partnerships with Parents 4. Planning the Curriculum 5. People and Their Diversity 6. Myself and My Family 7. Myself and My Body 8. Language and Literacy Development 9. Physical Science Experiences 10. Earth Science Experiences 11. Life Science Experiences 12. Problem Solving and Mathematics 13. Music and Movement 14. Creativity, Art, and Dramatic Activities 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. 8. Participate appropriately in P3 Project with online tracking and postings, reflective responses and other assignments as required. 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 A Practical Guide to Early Childhood Curriculum, Eliason and Jenkins, Merill-Prentice Hall, 8th ed. 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. * Education Department Website�Log on to www.sunyorange.edu/education for the most current information. DATES TO REMEMBER 1/14 Classes begin Spring 2008 1/21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day�College Closed 2/4 First day to apply for May graduation 2/14 Last day for student withdrawal from first half semester classes with �W� 2/29 Last day to apply for May graduation 3/12 Mid-semester �U� grades distributed to students online 3/21 Good Friday�Classes in session 3/22 Saturday before Easter�Classes in session 3/24-3/30 Spring Recess�No Classes 3/31 Early registration for Summer 2008 4/4 Last day for student withdrawal for Spring 2008 with �W� 4/15 Early registration for Fall 2008 4/18 Last day for instructor withdrawal for Spring 2008 5/14 Grades distributed to students online 5/17 Commencement 5/26 Memorial Day�College Closed **Changes in topics, due dates, assignments or presentations may occur due to unforeseen circumstances with or without prior notice.** CHRONOLOGY OF STUDY EDU 105 NP Spring 2008 Date Topic/Chapters Covered Assignments for NEXT class 1/15/08 Course Overview Read Chapters 1 and 2 Early Childhood Education 1/22/08 A Developmentally Appropriate EC Program Read Chapter 3 Philosophy of Education 1/29/08 Developing Partnerships with Parents Read Chapter 4 2/5/08 Planning the Curriculum Read Chapter 5 Philosophy Paper Due Partnership with Parents 2/12/08 People and Their Diversity Read Chapter 6 2/19/08 Myself and My Family Read Chapter 7 Partnership Paper Due 2/26/08 Myself and My Body Read Chapter 8 3/4/08 Language and Literacy Development Read Chapter 9 Curriculum Plan 3/11/08 Physical Science Experiences Read Chapter 10 3/18/08 Earth Science Experiences Read Chapter 11 Begin Lesson Plan on �Shapes� 3/25/08 SPRING RECESS�NO CLASS 4/1/08 Life Science Experiences Read Chapter 12 Curriculum Plan Due 4/8/08 Problem Solving and Mathematics Read Chapter 13 4/15/08 Music and Movement Read Chapter 14 Present Activity to Child 4/22/08 Creativity, Art, and Dramatic Activities Prepare Summary Report for Oral Presentation 4/29/08 Oral Presentations on �Shapes� DATES TO REMEMBER 1/14 Classes begin Spring 2008 1/21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day�College Closed 2/4 First day to apply for May graduation 2/14 Last day for student withdrawal from first half semester classes with �W� 2/29 Last day to apply for May graduation 3/12 Mid-semester �U� grades distributed to students online 3/21 Good Friday�Classes in session 3/22 Saturday before Easter�Classes in session 3/24-3/30 Spring Recess�No Classes 3/31 Early registration for Summer 2008 4/4 Last day for student withdrawal for Spring 2008 with �W� 4/15 Early registration for Fall 2008 4/18 Last day for instructor withdrawal for Spring 2008 5/14 Grades distributed to students online 5/17 Commencement 5/26 Memorial Day�College Closed **Changes in topics, due dates, assignments or presentations may occur due to unforeseen circumstances with or without prior notice.**