Siena Heights University
CDV 115 CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 3 This basic survey course deals with the child from conception to adolescence . The student will be able to identify developmental psychological research strategies and theories ; to distinguish genetic and prenatal stages ; to compare and analyze the physical , social , emotional , and mental maturation from infancy to early adolescence including children with multicultural or special needs . In parenthood , education emphasis is placed on the influence of positive self-esteem in the family . Twenty-five hours of child interaction required . Prerequisite : None Course fee : $ 30 Course is offered : FA Every Year
CDV 165 INFANT TODDLER CURRICULUM 3 This course is an introduction to sequential development of the infant toddler child from birth to 3 years . Students will study and electronically research growth and development , design a safe environment , and plan appropriate learning activities . Special topics will include theories of infant development , infant / toddler behaviors , wellbeing / basic care routines , programming / curriculum and parent / caregiver relationships . Six hours of infant / toddler observations required . Prerequisite : None Course is offered : WI 2017 , WI 2019
CDV 245 ASSESSMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 3 Designed to give the student knowledge of appropriate formal and informal assessments of young children and practice conducting and applying objective child observation techniques . Focused observations will include physical , emotional , social , cognitive , language , and creative domains in view of sound child guidance techniques . Forty hours of observation in a child care center and a complete case study are required . Prerequisite : CDV 115 or permission . Writing competency required . Course is offered : WI 2018 , WI 2020
CDV 345 EARLY LITERACY : BIRTH TO 5 YEARS 3 Examines theory related to the acquisition of early literacy skills . This course explores the sequence of oral and written language , the role of literature and the environment , emerging reading behaviors / processes , the role of parents and strategies to support the literacy development of young children birth to 5 years . Two observations are required . Prerequisite : CDV 115 or permission Course is offered : WI 2017 , WI 2019
CDV 355 PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN 3 A course designed to examine historical and philosophical foundations of early childhood education ; to raise awareness of special abilities , disabilities , and cultural diversities of children ; and to learn parent involvement and conference techniques . The main focus is on planning , implementing , and evaluating a developmentally appropriate curriculum approach for infants , toddlers , preprimary , and primary school children . Six hours of field experience required . Prerequisite : CDV 115 Course is offered : FA 2017 , FA 2019
CDV 365 FAMILY / COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD 3 Knowledge and understanding of family / community characteristics and the critical role both play in children ’ s development and advocacy . Focus on communication strategies that support and empower families through respectful , reciprocal relationships and the importance of forming positive home / school partnerships . Prerequisite : CDV 115 or permission Course is offered : WI 2018 , WI 2020
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