Dixie State University Department of Education Syllabus Course Title: Principles of Early Childhood Education Meeting Days /Time & Place: Mon Noon-1:40PM NIB 144 Instructor: Nancy Hauck, Ph.D. Email Address: hauck@dixie.edu Office Phone: 435-652-7844 Office Location: NIB 103 Course Number: ELED 3150 Course Credit Hours: 2 credits CRN: 43917 Semester/Year: Fall 2015 Office Hours: As Posted DSU Department of Education Program Standards: Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Education is to create learning experiences for its candidates that foster collaboration, professionalism and competence in content and pedagogical knowledge. Through the integration of leadership, scholarship, reflection, and community partnerships, the Department prepares its candidates to be outstanding teachers within diverse and changing communities. DSU Program Standards/ Utah Effective Standards (The standards listed below incorporate national (CAEP), state standards (UETS) and Dixie State University core themes of learning, engagement and opportunity) The Learner and Learning Standard 1: Learner Development The teacher understands cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas of student development. Standard 2: Learning Differences The teacher understands individual learner differences and cultural linguistic diversity Standard 3: Learning Environment The teacher works with learners to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, positive social interactions, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation Instructional Practice Standard 4: Content Knowledge The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline. Standard 5: Assessment The teacher uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, monitor learner progress, guide planning and instruction, and determine whether the outcomes described in content standards have been met. Standard 6: Instructional Planning The teacher plans instruction to support students in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, Utah Core Standards, instructional best practices, and the community context. Standard 7: Instructional Strategies The teacher uses various instructional strategies to ensure that all learners develop a deep understanding of content areas and their connections and build skills to apply and extend knowledge in meaningful ways. Professional Responsibility Standard 8: Reflection and Continuous Growth The teacher is a reflective practitioner who uses evidence to continually evaluate and adapt practice to meet the needs of each learner. Standard 9: Leadership and Collaboration The teacher is a leader who engages collaboratively with learners, families, colleagues, and community members to build a shared vision and supportive professional culture focused on student growth and success. Standard 10: Professional and Ethical Behavior The teacher demonstrates the highest standard of legal, moral, and ethical conduct as specified in Utah State Board Rule R277-515 Course Description: ELED 3150 is for elementary education majors. Teacher candidates will develop understanding of historical, philosophical foundations and current issues in early childhood education. Effective teaching techniques and approaches to early childhood curricula emphasizing developmentally appropriate practices, constructivism, and integrated, child-centered curriculum will be explored. The purpose of the early childhood course sequence is to support the growth of competent, nurturing, and self-directed teachers of young children. Students will learn: some history and field of early childhood education (ECE) and care; to observe and assess children; to relate to children and adults (teachers and family members) in early childhood settings; to organize learning environments for young children; and to plan learning experiences that contribute to children s development. 2 lecture hours per week. Course Objectives and Outcomes:
Course Objectives/Standards (DESERT Model) 1. Students will examine and analyze characteristics that impact early childhood education and reflect on their ability to work successfully as a teacher of young children. (DM3 Subject Matter, DM5-Reflective & DM6 Teaching Disposition) 2. Students will investigate, discuss and present historical roots, programs, services, learning theories and developmental milestones of early childhood and how they affect current practices in early childhood education. (DM1- Diversity) 3. Students will explore, describe and present current issues and trends in the field of early childhood education such as: diversity; exceptionalities; NCLB; family, parent and community involvement; the role of technology and television; and policy. (DM1-Diversity, DM4-Environment & DM6- Disposition) 4. Students will develop and demonstrate effective strategies to observe and assess the learning environment and instructional practices of young children. (DM4-Environment, DM5 Reflective & DM6-Dispositions) 5. Students will develop subject matter knowledge, select developmentally appropriate materials, demonstrate effective teaching methods, and reflection on their teaching of young children. (DM2-Effective Pedagogy, DM3-Subject Matter & DM5-Reflective) 6. Students will examine, observe, analyze and reflect on the characteristics of guidance, play, socialization and emotional development in the learning environment of young children. (DM4-Environment & DM6-Dispositions) Course Assignments & Assessments Course Prerequisites: Admittance to the DSC Elementary Education Program is the prerequisite requirements for this course. Course Materials/Textbook: Gordon Biddle, K., Garcia-Nevarez, A., Roundtree Henderson, W.J., & Valero-Kerrick, A. (2014). Early Childhood Education: Becoming a Professional, Sage Publishing: Thousand Oaks, CA. Grading Scale: A = 95%-100% B = 84%-86% C = 74%-76% D = 64%-66% A- = 90%-94% B- = 80%-83% C- = 70%-73% D- = 60%-63% B+ = 87%-89% C+ = 77%-79% D+ = 67%-69% F = Below 60% Each semester, you must maintain an overall GPA of 3.0. All course grades must be C or better. It is the responsibility of the student to verify that the instructor has correctly entered all grades into CANVAS. Monitor CANVAS weekly and notify the instructor immediately if you are missing a grade or have received an incorrect grade. Save assignments to verify your claims. Grades will not be changed without proof and no grade can be changed once final grades have been entered on DSU Banner system. Fall 2015 Important Semester Calendar Dates: Mon, Aug 17 Tuition and Fees Due, Courses Dropped for Non-Payment Thurs, Oct 1 Fall 2015 Associates Degree Graduation Application deadline Mon, Aug 24 Classes begin Mon, Oct 5 Block classes begin Thurs, Aug 27 Last day for waitlist Wed, Oct 14 Midterm grades due Fri, Aug 28 Last day to add classes without signature Thurs & Fri, Oct 15- Fall break (no classes)
16 Tue, Sep 1 $50 Late registration/payment fee Mon, Oct 19 Last day to drop individual classes Wed, Sep 2 Drop/Audit fee begins ($10 per class) Mon, Oct 26 Spring and Summer 2015 class schedules available online Wed, Sep 2 Residency Application deadline Mon, Nov 2 Spring 2015 Bachelor s Degree Graduation Application deadline Fri, Sep 4 End of 100% refund period Fri, Nov 13 Last day for complete withdrawal Mon, Sep 6 Labor Day (no classes) Oct 16-19 Spring Registration Opens Tues, Sep 8 Beginning of 50% refund period Wed-Fri, Nov 25-27 Thanksgiving break (no classes) Mon, Sep 14 Last day for refund Fri, Dec 11 Last day of classes Mon, Sep 14 Pell Grant Census Mon-Fri, Dec 14-18 Final exams Mon, Sep 14 Last day to drop without a W grade March 7-11, 2016 New Spring Break dates Fri, Sep 18 Last day to add/audit classes Date & Time of Final Exam: Thursday-December 17 th 8:30AM Academic Honesty: As stated in the DSC Student Handbook; Academic dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated at Dixie State University (Academic Discipline Policy, 3.34) including cheating, and plagiarism. These acts of academic dishonesty are strictly prohibited. See also Student Academic Conduct Policy for Academic dishonesty / Academic integrity policy Disability Statement: If you suspect or are aware that you have a disability that may affect your success in the course you are strongly encouraged to contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) located at the North Plaza Building. The disability will be evaluated and eligible students will receive assistance in obtaining reasonable accommodations. Phone # 435-652-7516 Title IX: The Dixie State University's Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct policies are compliant with Federal laws prohibiting discrimination requires that faculty, student employees and staff members report any incidents of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking on the basis of sex, dating/intimate partner violence or sexual exploitation and/or related experiences or incidents. Important links: Disability Resource Center www.dixie.edu/drcenter IT Help Desk www.dixie.edu/helpdesk Library www.library.dixie.edu Testing Center www.dixie.edu/testing Tutoring Center www.dixie.edu/tutoring Writing Center www.dixiewritingcenter.com Health and Wellness Center - http://dixie.edu/wellness/ Dmail: You are required to frequently check your Dmail account. Important class and university information will be sent to your Dmail account, including DSU bills, financial aid/scholarship notices, notices of cancelled classes, reminders of important dates and deadlines, and other information critical to your success at DSU and in your courses. To access your Dmail account, visit go.dixie.edu/dmail. If you do not know your Dmail username or you have forgotten your PIN, visit: go.dixie.edu/mydixie and click the Forgot Pin button. Instructure Canvas: If anyone has forgotten their login information or your course is not displaying, please contact the Helpdesk and/or the website http://www.dixie.edu/helpdesk/. The Helpdesk is located in the Smith Computer Centers main computer lab. Online tutorials for CANVAS can be found at http://guides.instructure.com/.
Class Expectations: The design of this course makes it necessary for students to fully participate in classroom discussions, presentations and cooperative structures. Thus, attendance and participation are required for this course. Your overall final grade will include a 10% score for class attendance and participation. Appropriate documentation will be required for missing class. All electronic devices need to be turned off during class unless otherwise directed. If you have special circumstances regarding this policy, please see me prior to class. Disruptive Behavior: DSC disruptive behavior policy states, Teachers at Dixie State University have the right to aggressively manage the classroom environment to ensure an effective learning climate. Toward this end, teachers may dismiss and remove disruptive students from individual class activities. If a student s behavior continues to disrupt class activities, the teacher may dismiss and remove disruptive students from their courses. Policy on Late Assignments and Absences Related to University Functions: Assignments are due on specific dates. I am happy to grade and record assignments that are turned in early or on time. Late work is not accepted. Missed quizzes may not be made up. Assignments should reflect high levels of thinking, analysis, and application. Absences related to University functions will be excused if proper documentation is given well in advance. Course Assignments & Assessments: Chapter Quizzes - Students will be assessed for understanding of reading material by completing the reading quizzes on the course Canvas site. (10 points each=120 points total) - Students will be assigned topics to present in class as scheduled. The 5-7 minute presentation must use ipad and Apple TV technology. (25 points) - Students will complete four ECE classroom observations using the instructions and evaluation forms provided. (10 points each=40 points) - Students will be assigned a question relating to ECE and create a that will lead fellow students in an investigation about the question. The will be conducted in class as scheduled. The 25-30 minute must utilize textbook reading and investigation of valid information from the Internet with ipads. (40 points) - Students will modify three lesson plans to meet the characteristics outlined in the course. The lessons will include subject matter in language arts, science, and health. Students must teach one of these lessons to a small group of young children. The lesson will be video recorded and a reflection will be produced after teaching the lesson. (50 points) Final Exam - Students will complete a final exam for the class. The exam will measure the student s understanding of the principles of ECE covered in the course. (60 points) Assignments Possible Points Chapter Quizzes 120 25 s 40 40 50 Final Exam 60 Class Attendance & Participation 10% overall Total Course Points 320
Class Schedule: DATE TOPICS ASSIGNMENTS DUE 8-27-15 Course Introduction Chapter 1: The Early Childhood Teacher Chapter 2: History of Early Childhood Education Read Ch. 1 & 2 9-3-15 9-10-15 9-17-15 9-24-15 10-1-15 10-8-15 10-22-15 10-29-15 11-5-15 11-12-15 11-19-15 12-3-15 12-10-15 Chapter 3: Types of Programs and Services Chapter 4: Learning Theories Visit to Library Chapter 5: Child Development and Milestones Chapter 6: Assess & Evaluation through Observation Chapter 9: Guidance in Early Care and Education Chapter 10: Play and the Learning Environment Chapter 11: Emotional and Social Development Chapter 12: Language and Literacy Development Chapter 13: Mathematics, Science, and Technology Chapter 14: Movement & Health Curriculum Chapter 7: Exceptional Children in ECE Chapter 8: Diversity in Early Care and Education Chapter 15: Engaging Parents, Families, Community Chapter 16: Early Childhood Education Policy Read Ch. 3 & Complete Quiz Read Ch. 4 & Complete Quiz Read Ch. 5 & Complete Quiz Read Ch. 6 & Complete Quiz Observation #1 Due Read Ch. 9 & Complete Quiz Observation #2 Due Read Ch. 10 & Complete Quiz Observation #3 Due Read Ch. 11 & Complete Quiz Observation #4 Due Read Ch. 12 & Complete Quiz Literacy Lesson Due Read Ch. 13 & Complete Quiz Science Lesson Due Read Ch. 14 & Complete Quiz Health Lesson Due Read Ch. 7 & Complete Quiz Lesson Reflection Due Read Ch. 8 & Complete Quiz 12-17-15 Final Exam 8:00 AM Final Exam