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Human Development 107
Child Growth and Development (DS1)
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture total | Prerequisite: None
This course examines the major physical, psychosocial, and cognitive/language developmental milestones for children, from conception through adolescence. Using developmental theories and research methodologies, course emphasis will be on typical and atypical development, maturational processes and environmental factors. Students will also observe children, evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages.. No credit for students who have taken Psychology 157.
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Human Development 108A
Observation and Assessment for Early Learning and Development
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture; 15 laboratory total | Prerequisite: Human Development 107
This course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation strategies to document development, growth, play and learning to join with families and professionals in promoting children’s success. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored. Must show proof of negative TB test results.
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Human Development 110
Child, Family and Community (DS2)
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture total | Prerequisite: None
This class examines the developing child in a societal context focusing on the interrelationship of family, school and community and emphasizes historical and socio-cultural factors. Socialization processes and identity development that support and empower families by showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships will be explored.
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Human Development 111A
Programming for Young Children (DS3)
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture| Prerequisite: Human Development 108A
This course examines the underlying historical and theoretical principles, and the developmentally appropriate practices of early childhood programs and environments. Emphases will be on the key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting physical, social, creative and intellectual development for all children. The evolution of professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics and professional identity will be explored. Students must show proof of negative TB test results.
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Human Development 111B
Creative Learning Experiences for Young Children Laboratory
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture | Prerequisite: Human Development 111A
This course presents an overview of knowledge and skills needed to provide developmentally appropriate curriculum for young children. Students will examine the teacher's role in supporting development, fostering the joy of learning, and creativity through the essential role of play. Content areas include language/literacy, social/emotional/sensory learning, art, music, math, science, health/safety, and motor development. Students must show proof of negative TB test results.
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Human Development 116A
Infant/Toddler Growth and Development (DS4)
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture, 6 laboratory total | Prerequisite: Human Development 107
Examination of the growth and developmental patterns of infants and toddlers and interactions with culturally diverse family structures. Meets licensing requirement. With Human Development 116B, this class fulfills Infant/Toddler Specialization for Child Development Master Teacher Permit. Students must show proof of negative TB test results.
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Human Development 116B
Programming for Infants and Toddlers(DS4)
Units: 3 | Class hours: 48 lecture, 3 laboratory total | Prerequisite: Human Development 107
Focuses on the implementation of quality, developmentally appropriate, infant/toddler programs, including curriculum, environment, planning and interactions among staff, children and parents. Cultural sensitivity to the diversity of staff and families within such programs will be addressed. Meets licensing requirement. With Human Development 116A, this course fulfills Infant/Toddler Specialization for Child Development Master Teacher permit. Students must show proof of negative TB test results.
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