55 FALL 2024 925.424.1000 | [email protected] FALL 2024 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the online schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section details and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. CS 43 PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.0 Units This course applies the principles of ethical and effective communication to the creation of letters, memos, emails, and written and oral reports for a variety of business situations. The course emphasizes critical thinking, and analysis, planning, organizing, composing, and revising business documents using word processing software for written documents and presentation-graphics software to create and deliver professional-level oral presentations in-person and virtually. Additional focus will be placed on developing interpersonal skills, team participation skills, and technical report writing skills. Students who have completed or are enrolled in Business 43, Computer Networking Technology 43, or Computer Information Systems 43 may not receive credit. Recommended Course Preparation: ENG 1A or ENG 1AEX with a minimum grade of C DANCE DANC 1 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE 1.0 Units Introduction to the dance technique specific to ballet, modern and jazz dance. Similarities and differences found in each dance form will be explored. The history of ballet, modern and jazz dance will be examined. DANC 4A MODERN/CONTEMPORARY DANCE A 1.0 Units Beginning level instruction in the Contemporary Modern Dance technique. Emphasis on proper body alignment and body connectivity will be addressed. Students will be introduced to the elements of dance and transfer these elements into their technical practice. DANC 4B MODERN/CONTEMPORARY DANCE B 1.0 Units Elementary to Intermediate level instruction in the Contemporary Modern Dance technique. Continued emphasis on proper body alignment and body connectivity will be addressed. Students will be expected to incorporate the elements of dance into their technical practice. Recommended Course Preparation: DANC 4A with a minimum grade of C EARLY CARE AND EDUCATION ECE 50 EARLY CHILDHOOD PRINCIPLES 3.0 Units Historical contexts and theoretical perspectives of developmentally appropriate practice in early care and education for children birth through age eight. Explores the typical roles and expectations of early childhood educators. Identifies professional ethics, career pathways, and professional standards. Introduces best practices for developmentally appropriate learning environments, curriculum, and effective pedagogy for young children, including how play contributes to children’s learning, growth, and development. ECE 56 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 3.0 Units A study of the major physical, psychosocial, and cognitive/ language developmental milestones for children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. There will be an emphasis on interactions between maturational processes and environmental factors. While studying developmental theory and investigative research methodologies, students will observe children, evaluate individual differences and analyze characteristics of development at various stages. ECE 60 CHILD WITH EXCEPTIONAL NEEDS 3.0 Units Introduces the variations in development of infants and children with exceptional needs and the resulting impact on families. Includes an overview of historical and societal influences, laws relating to children with exceptional needs and the identification and referral process. Assessments, interventions and learning environments for infants and children with exceptional needs. Prerequisite: ECE 56 with a minimum grade of C ECE 62 CHILD, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY 3.0 Units The processes of socialization and identity development, focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. Examines the influence of multiple societal contexts. Explores the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children’s development. ECE 63 EARLY CHILDHOOD CURRICULUM 4.0 Units This course offers students the opportunity for professional application of the principles of child growth and development in the study of play based, inclusive emergent curriculum within the physical environment of the infant, toddler and preschool classrooms. Students will use knowledge of children’s development, theories of learning and development, and examples from various models of developmentally appropriate practice to plan environments curriculum in all content areas to support children’s development and learning integrated throughout indoor and outdoor The learning experiences will include program content pertaining to the use of materials, the facilitation and guidance of all children’s experiences based on what is culturally and developmentally appropriate for children. Prerequisite: ECE 50 and ECE 56 with a minimum grade of C ECE 65 ADMINISTRATION I: PROGRAMS 3.0 Units Introduction to the administration of early childhood programs. Covers program types, budget, management, regulations, laws, development and implementation of policies and procedures. Examines administrative tools, philosophies, and techniques needed to organize, open, and operate an early care and education program: Relationships with families, and community. Prerequisite: ECE 62 and ECE 63 with a minimum grade of C ECE 67 INFANT AND TODDLER DEVELOPMENT 3.0 Units A study of infants and toddlers from preconception to 36 months including physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional growth and development. Applies theoretical frameworks to interpret behavior and interactions between heredity and environment. Examination of best practices, responsive caregiving techniques, environments, infant/ toddler learning foundations, health, safety, and licensing requirements. Prerequisite: ECE 56 with a minimum grade of C ECE 79 TEACHING IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY 3.0 Units Examines the historical and current perspectives on diversity, equity, inclusion, and the impact of systemic societal influences on children’s development, their learning, and Scan here to visit the current Fall 2024 class schedule online
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