Frederick Community College ECD 101 Introduction to Early Childhood Education SUMMER 2008
Class begins: Week of 6/2	Class ends: 6/24	Last Day to Withdraw: 7/10

You must send your email address to the instructor before class begins

Instructor Information:
Name: Delaine Welch-Freas	Office: B 205
E-mail: dwelch-freas@frederick.edu	Phone Number: 301 846-2559
Office Hours: by appointment	Campus Mail Box #: 165

Course Information:
Credits: 3
On-campus Meetings: None	On-campus Exams: 0 (Exams are take home)
Prerequisites: En 52	Corequisites:

Course Description:

Examines conceptual framework for understanding the role of the early childhood education professional. Content focuses on the profession of early childhood education in the context of historical, philosophical, and social influences. Units of study also review contemporary trends, issues and practices in the field of early childhood education.

Core Learning Outcomes: By the completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Explain the historical and philosophical roots of early childhood education.

2. Identify the major theories and theorists in the field of early childhood education.

3. Discuss significant issues and current trends.

4. Identify social and ethical issues that affect the work with young children and their families.
5. Apply knowledge of diversity and commonality within Early Childhood Education programs in communities.

6. Discuss the major roles and responsibilities of Early Childhood Educators.
7. Compare and contrast the variety of curriculum models and programs in early childhood education.

Instructional Methods:

Discussion boards, assignments, observations

Text(s) for Course:

Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 5th edition- George Morrison,

Progress Report:

By the end of the 6^th week of the semester, you will have an opportunity to evaluate your progress in this course and decide if you need to make any adjustments (additional study, tutoring, conference with instructor) to assure your success in this course.

Evaluation Methods:
Tests / Papers / Projects	Point Value	Final Grade Scale
Discussion Boards (3) x 45 Analyzing theories paper Midterm Final Article Review	135 points 50 points 100 points 100 points 50 points	391-435 A 348-390 B 304-347 C 261-303 D 260 and below
If the graded performance for online assignments differs significantly from the grade average for proctored assignments, the instructor reserves the right to administer additional tests.

Evaluation Methods: 

1. Analyzing Theory paper: Use your text and readings and reflect and answer the questions.

2. Discussion board- students will participate in three discussion boards.

3. Article Review- Students will review one article that will be posted on blackboard.

4. Midterm and Final- Take home.

Attendance/Participation Policy:

Students are expected to participation in the online discussions and assignments.

Email Policy:

Email is an instructional tool essential to student-instructor and student-student communication. In the Blackboard environment by default, your email address is available to all students in this course.

However, students are permitted to use email addresses of other students in this course only for the purpose and the duration of this course.

Students who are concerned about the privacy of their personal email address are reminded of commercially available products that allow them to create unique email addresses specifically for the purpose and duration of this course.

The instructor can be expected to respond to regular student email inquiries (grades, posted assignments, and tests excluded) within the time frame of 24 to 48 hours.

Academic Honesty:

Work in this course is subject to the provisions of the FCC Code of Academic Honesty. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. As a student, it is your job to practice academic honesty at ALL times. Make sure that all sources, particularly Internet sources, get proper credit for quotations, paraphrases, and ideas.

 Topical Outline (ONLINE COURSE)

Week	SUBJECT	CONTENT
Week 1-6/2-6/8	Introduction /Syllabus EC Profession- four dimensions Morality and Ethics of profession Early Childhood Education Current Issues Critical Issues family face Contemporary Issues	Ch. 1 You and Early Childhood Education Ch. 2 ECD today and current issues Post under Who is Who Become familiar with the site
Week 2-6/9-6/15	History of ECD Theories that have impacted it    Standards and You: Teaching Children to learn	Discussion Board 1 open 6/11-6/15 until midnight Ch. 3- History and Theories: Foundations of Learning Ch. 5 Standards
Week 3 6/16-6/22	Types of Programs: Montessori, High Scope and more Assessment, Observation, using as a tool with parents.	Analyzing Theory Paper Due 6/22 by midnight Ch. 4- Implementing Early Childhood Programs Ch. 6- Observing and Assessing Young Children
Week 4 6/23-6/29	Take Home Midterm Infants and Toddlers Critical Years of Learning Preschool Curriculum Future of Preschool education Ethical Dilemmas	Discussion board 2 open 6/25-6/29 until midnight Ch. 7 Infants and Toddlers Ch. 8 Preschool Curriculum
Week 5 6/30-7/6	History of Kindergarten DAP in Kindergarten Literacy & Kindergarten  The Early Elementary Grades 1-3 Preparation for Life Primary Children: development and Growth Contemporary primary school	Chapter 9- Kindergarten Today Ch.10 – Elementary Grades
Week 6 7/7-7/13	Educating Children with Diverse Backgrounds and Special Needs Ensuring all children learn Children with disabilities Gifted children and ones with diverse backgrounds	Ch. 11 – Educating children with Diverse Backgrounds Article Review Due 7/13 by midnight

Week 7 7/14-7/20	Guidance Guiding young children’s behavior Theories Strategies	Discussion Board 3 open 7/16-7/20 until midnight Ch. 12 Guiding Young Children’s Behavior
Week 8 7/21-7/27	Redefining Parental Involvement Collaboration Family/Parent involvement	Ch. 13 Redefining parental involvement Final Due by Sunday 7/27 at midnight