CIEC 5000 Ece: Philosophy And Practice

[3 credit hours]

A comprehensive introduction to the profession of early childhood education by examining relevant issues as they relate to overall development of children ages birth to eight years.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 5070 Effective Teaching Practices: Pre-K To 3rd Grade

[3 credit hours]

Applies characteristics of best practice to curriculum development and implementation with adherence to national and state curriculum standards as they apply to children, age 3 to 8, with diverse educational needs.

Prerequisites: (EDP 5210 with a minimum grade of C and CIEC 5000 with a minimum grade of C)

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 5150 Setting The Stage For Early Childhood Learning: Inspirations From Reggio Emilia

[3 credit hours]

This course will explore Reggio's philosophy of early childhood education and the numerous ways that children explore the "hundred languages." Reggio uses these languages (art, clay, wire, sculpture, light, shadow, etc.) as a way to help children represent their world and what they know about it.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer

CIEC 5340 Infant/Toddler Curriculum

[3 credit hours]

Introduction to the sequential development of the young child from birth to 3 years. Students will engage in field hours in infant-toddler settings, design learning materials and critique research in topics related to infant/toddler curriculum.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 5350 Public Policy And Advocacy In Early Childhood Education

[3 credit hours]

Students will understand the implications of social, political and economic policies on the emergence of services for young children in the 21st century.

Prerequisites: CIEC 5000 with a minimum grade of C

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 5380 Field Experience Cohort I

[3 credit hours]

This course aligns with the graduate Cohort II coursework (CIEC 5070).

Prerequisites: EDP 5210 with a minimum grade of C

Corequisites: CIEC 5070

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 5460 Science Methods For Early Childhood Education

[3 credit hours]

This course is designed to help teachers of science in grades Pre-Kindergarten through third to understand the concepts, ideas and applications of science in the real world. Students will learn how scientific thinking involves collecting data, analyzing data, making decisions and taking action based on those decisions. Students will learn how to plan effective science experience for young children that cause them to explore environments and act upon their descoveries. Students will learn how to assess the scientific thinking of young children appropriately, using formal and infornal strategies.

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 5480 Practicum I

[1 credit hour]

Practicum is a supervised opportunity for students to gain experience in the classroom and other settings that provide instruction to children in a Kindergarten through 5th grade classroom. Students will focus on lesson plan implementation, differentiated instruction, behavior management strategies and assessment of student learning. The course further assists students in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills needed to function as an educator in a changing and diverse society. Furthermore, activities will assist students in the field of primary education to: understand learners and the learning processes; gain experience using of instructional technology necessary for professional practice; work effectively in both professional and community roles. Students in this practicum will focus their planning on Literacy, Reading Development, Phonics and Science content standards, while practicing integrated curricular design and developmentally appropriate practices for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Corequisites: CIEC 5460

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 5550 Teaching Methods For Early Childhood Social Studies

[3 credit hours]

In depth study of methods and materials for teaching social studies from pre-school to third grade. Implementation of early childhood curriculum within the context of current technology and the development of critical thinking skills.

Prerequisites: (CIEC 5000 with a minimum grade of C and EDP 5210 with a minimum grade of C)

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 5770 Practicum II

[1 credit hour]

Practicum is a supervised opportunity for students to gain experience in the classroom and other settings that provide instruction to children in an early childhood setting. Students will focus on lesson plan implementation, differentiated instruction, behavior management strategies and assessment of student learning in their practicums. The course further assists students in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills needed to function as an educator in a changing and diverse society. Furthermore, activities will assist students in the field of primary education to: understand learners and the learning processes; gain experience using of instructional technology necessary for professional practice; work effectively in both professional and community roles.

Prerequisites: CIEC 5480 with a minimum grade of C

Corequisites: CIEC 5550

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 5980 Special Topics In Early Childhood Education

[1-5 credit hours]

A course developed around topics of interest and concern to inservice teachers within districts served by the Center for Educational Research and Services. Stresses solution and resolution of educational problems occurring within the district.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 5990 Graduate Independent Study In Early Childhood Education

[1-5 credit hours]

Individual study designed to provide a student the opportunity to work individually on professional problems under the direction of the faculty in Early Childhood Education.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 6310 Pre-K/Primary Curriculum

[3 credit hours]

The study and design of early childhood curriculum from a best practice/developmental perspective including integrated curriculum, anti-bias approaches, authentic assessment, direct learning strategies. Student self assessment and change project required.

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 6320 Meaning And Development Of Play Behavior

[3 credit hours]

Theoretical bases of play behavior and its role in curriculum development/assessment. Students implement and evaluate a sociodramatic play kit and conduct library research on one aspect of play behavior.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer

CIEC 6330 Language And Concept Development

[3 credit hours]

Study of the language and literacy development of the young child with emphasis upon the factors that influence and support this development. Students will do projects to implement their learning.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 6750 Developmental And Classroom Assessment

[3 credit hours]

Focuses upon teaching and learning in a developmental learning environment. Emphases includes observing the developmental characteristics of young children and assessment for prescriptive teaching.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 6900 Masters Research Seminar In Early Childhood Educaton

[2-3 credit hours]

Examination of research and current issues in early childhood education. Emphasis on theory and research and evaluation models.

Prerequisites: CIEC 6950 with a minimum grade of C

Term Offered: Spring

CIEC 6920 Masters Research Project In Early Childhood Education

[1-3 credit hours]

Student will complete an individual research project under the direction of a committee of at least two faculty members in Early Childhood ordinarily involving the faculty advisor.

CIEC 6940 Internship/Student Teaching In Primary Education

[4 credit hours]

Internship is a supervised opportunity for students to gain experience in the classroom and other settings that provide instruction to children in an primary education setting. Students will focus on lesson plan implementation, differentiated instruction, behavior management strategies and assessment of student learning in their internships. The course further assists students in acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills needed to function as an educator in a changing and diverse society. Furthermore, activities will assist students in the field of primary education to: understand learners and the learning processes; gain experience using of instructional technology necessary for professional practice; work effectively in both professional and community roles.

Prerequisites: CIEC 5770 with a minimum grade of C

Corequisites: CI 6190

Term Offered: Spring

CIEC 6950 Theory And Research In Early Childhood

[3 credit hours]

Review and analysis of theory and research related to rationale and methods for program options for young children. Critique research and prepare a review of synthesis of research.

Term Offered: Fall

CIEC 8310 Pre-K/Primary Curriculum

[3 credit hours]

The study and design of early childhood curriculum from a best practice/developmental perspective including integrated curriculum, anti-bias approaches, authentic assessment, direct learning strategies. Student self assessment and change project required.

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 8320 Meaning And Development Of Play Behavior

[3 credit hours]

Theoretical bases of play behavior and its role in curriculum development/assessment. Students implement and evaluate a sociodramatic play kit and conduct library research on one aspect of play behavior.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer

CIEC 8330 Language And Concept Development

[3 credit hours]

Study of the language and literacy development of the young child with emphasis upon the factors that influence and support this development. Students will do projects to implement their learning.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 8750 Developmental And Classroom Assessment

[3 credit hours]

Focuses upon teaching and learning in a developmental learning environment. Emphases includes observing the developmental characteristics of young children and assessment for prescriptive teaching.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 8900 Doctoral Seminar In Early Childhood Education

[2-4 credit hours]

This seminar will consider problems and provide advanced study for doctoral students in Early Childhood Education.

Term Offered: Spring, Fall

CIEC 8930 Independent Research In Early Childhood Education

[1-5 credit hours]

Individual study is designed to provide the doctoral student opportunity to work individually on professional problems under the direction of Early Childhood faculty.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall

CIEC 8950 Theory And Research In Early Childhood

[3 credit hours]

Review and analysis of theory and research related to rationale and methods for program options for young children. Critique research and prepare a review of synthesis of research.

CIEC 8960 Dissertation In Early Childhood Education

[1-12 credit hours]

Original research in an area of early childhood education.

Term Offered: Spring, Summer, Fall