Early Childhood Education

Abbreviation
ECE

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course ID
102141
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course is an introduction and overview of the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Topics include: a history and theoretical foundation of early care and education, types of early childhood programs and settings, an overview of child care licensing and regulation, professional development in ECE, working with families, designing the classroom environment, ethical conduct, daily schedules, curriculum planning, positive guidance, child development, components of the early care and education system, and current trends and issues in ECE. The course also emphasizes the importance of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) in the field.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
250
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE

Preschool Practicum: Early Childhood Lab

Course ID
102124
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

All ECE degrees require courses with practicum experience in early childhood classrooms with young children (birth to age five). Practicum experiences are focused student teaching experiences that require the student to demonstrate specific skills in an early childhood classroom with young children.* Students must complete the practicum experience through TMCC.* Students are required to have fingerprints, an approved background check, and a clear TB test prior to enrolling in practicum experience courses. If a student fails to meet these requirements, or if the background check is not approved, the student will not be permitted to participate in courses with practicum experience.* Students must meet all of the prerequisite requirements, as well as have the practicum instructor's approval prior to enrolling in a practicum course.* Students must work with the practicum instructor to arrange a practicum schedule and placement site.

Class Type
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
231
Day or Night Section
Night
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
T • Dandini Campus • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisites: ECE 190, ECE 204, ECE 210, ECE 250, ECE 251. Instructor approval required.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE
Class Materials

Observation, Documentation and Assessment of Young Children

Course ID
102122
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Online classes are accessible the Monday of the week the class begins. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course focuses on how to observe, document, and assess the growth and development of young children in early care and education settings. Students learn and practice a variety of appropriate observation techniques, documentation methods, and assessment strategies and tools. Students are introduced to the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment for young children. Confidentiality and assessment partnerships with families and other professionals are also explored.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
210
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Online classes are accessible the Monday of the week the class begins. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: ECE 250.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE

Principles of Child Guidance

Course ID
102121
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course will explore key components of social emotional learning and development in children birth through age eight. Coursework will focus on the study and use of positive techniques to effectively support child behavior in early childhood settings in order to help children build positive self-concepts and individual strengths within the context of appropriate limits. The study includes uses of direct and indirect guidance techniques.

Status
Full
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
204
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE

Infancy

Course ID
102085
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3002
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

The course will provide a comprehensive introduction to the principles and basic concepts of the development of the child from conception to age three. Emphasis will be placed on physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. Students will explore high quality infant/toddler care and the power of caregiving as curriculum.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
130
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–05/11/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE

Role of Play for Infants and Toddlers

Course ID
102082
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Class dates: 4/1-5/4/2024. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
8431
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Description

This course is the study of the role of play as it affects the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth and development of young children from birth to age three. Students will be introduced to theory and research on play, as well as how to develop activities and materials to foster play in infants and toddlers.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
127
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Late Start Only
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 04/01/24–05/04/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Class dates: 4/1-5/4/2024. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE
Class Materials

Social/Emotional Development for Infants and Toddlers

Course ID
102081
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Class Dates: 1/22-2/24/2024. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
8431
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Description

The course is the study of social/emotional development in young children from birth to age three. Students will be introduced to child development theory, as well as how to develop activities and materials to foster social/emotional skills in infants and toddlers.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
126
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 01/22/24–02/24/24
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Class Dates: 1/22-2/24/2024. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE
Class Materials

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course ID
102141
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
8301
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course is an introduction and overview of the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Topics include: a history and theoretical foundation of early care and education, types of early childhood programs and settings, an overview of child care licensing and regulation, professional development in ECE, working with families, designing the classroom environment, ethical conduct, daily schedules, curriculum planning, positive guidance, child development, components of the early care and education system, and current trends and issues in ECE. The course also emphasizes the importance of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) in the field.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
250
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Late Start Only
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 09/04/23–12/09/23
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE

Curriculum in Early Childhood Education

Course ID
102143
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
This course requires field experience in an approved early childhood classroom. Students are required to have fingerprints, an approved background check, and a clear TB test prior to enrolling in field experience. See additional information in the catalog for the ECE program requirements and course descriptions. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes. Course requires field experience. Students must submit a volunteer application and a copy of their driver's license or other appropriate identification to their instructor the first week of class. Obtain the volunteer application online at Education Teacher Prep's website (http://www.tmcc.edu/etp).
Section
2501
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course focuses on methods of planning developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschool age children (3-5 years old). Topics include theories of preschool curriculum development, children's play, curriculum objectives, lesson planning, daily schedules, assessing child development through the curriculum, evaluation of curriculum effectiveness, and the role of the teacher in facilitating curriculum for preschool children. Curriculum development in all content areas is explored including art, science, literature, music and movement, sensory, language arts/literacy, blocks, dramatic play, woodworking, cooking, math, social studies, multiculturalism, and outdoor play. This course requires 35 hours of field experience in an early childhood classroom. Field experiences are focused learning opportunities that require the student to practice specific skills working with young children. * Students are required to have fingerprints, an approved background check, and a clear TB test prior to enrolling in courses with field experience. If a student fails to meet these requirements, or if the background check is not approved, the student will not be permitted to participate in courses with field experience. * Students must work with the instructor to arrange a field experience schedule and placement site.

Class Type
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
251
Day or Night Section
Night
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
W • Dandini Campus • 08/21/23–12/09/23
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
This course requires field experience in an approved early childhood classroom. Students are required to have fingerprints, an approved background check, and a clear TB test prior to enrolling in field experience. See additional information in the catalog for the ECE program requirements and course descriptions. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes. Course requires field experience. Students must submit a volunteer application and a copy of their driver's license or other appropriate identification to their instructor the first week of class. Obtain the volunteer application online at Education Teacher Prep's website (http://www.tmcc.edu/etp).
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: ECE 190, ECE 204, ECE 210, and HDFS 201.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Course ID
102141
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Academic Term
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course is an introduction and overview of the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE). Topics include: a history and theoretical foundation of early care and education, types of early childhood programs and settings, an overview of child care licensing and regulation, professional development in ECE, working with families, designing the classroom environment, ethical conduct, daily schedules, curriculum planning, positive guidance, child development, components of the early care and education system, and current trends and issues in ECE. The course also emphasizes the importance of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) in the field.

Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
250
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 08/21/23–12/09/23
Department Phone
673-7185
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Class Subject Abbr
ECE
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