SRJC Course Outlines

12/7/2024 9:40:42 AMCHLD 110.2 Course Outline as of Fall 2019

Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION

Discipline and Nbr:  CHLD 110.2Title:  DEV TRENDS/CHLD 3-5  
Full Title:  Developmental Trends in the Child Age 3-5 Years
Last Reviewed:1/28/2019

UnitsCourse Hours per Week Nbr of WeeksCourse Hours Total
Maximum1.50Lecture Scheduled1.5017.5 max.Lecture Scheduled26.25
Minimum1.50Lab Scheduled06 min.Lab Scheduled0
 Contact DHR0 Contact DHR0
 Contact Total1.50 Contact Total26.25
 
 Non-contact DHR0 Non-contact DHR Total0

 Total Out of Class Hours:  52.50Total Student Learning Hours: 78.75 

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  CHILD110.2

Catalog Description:
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Growth and development (physical, cognitive, psychosocial) of children ages 3 - 5 years old. Emphasis on practical application and the adult role in supporting optimal growth in a variety of contexts. Child observations are required.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:


Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
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Growth and development (physical, cognitive, psychosocial) of children ages 3 - 5 years old. Emphasis on practical application and the adult role in supporting optimal growth in a variety of contexts. Child observations are required.
(Grade or P/NP)

Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:Effective:Inactive:
 Area:
 
CSU GE:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
IGETC:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
CSU Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
UC Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable



COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1.  Define developmental milestones for children ages 3 - 5 in the areas of physical, psychosocial
    and cognitive development.
2.  Examine and evaluate appropriate strategies for working with 3 - 5 year olds.
3.  Use observations of children to apply developmental theory.
 

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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Define key terms relating to physical, cognitive and psychosocial development of children
    ages 3 - 5.
2. Describe typical developmental expectations for children ages 3-5.
3. Evaluate appropriate strategies for adult interactions with this age group.
4. Apply developmental theory to children in a variety of contexts.
5. Use observational skills to evaluate the growth and development of 3-5-year-old children.

Topics and Scope
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I. Domains of Development
    A. Physical and motor development
    B. Cognitive and language development
    C. Psychosocial development
II.  Characteristics of Development of Children, ages 3 - 5 Years Old
III. Role of Play in the Development of 3 - 5 Year Old Children
IV. The Role of the Adult in Supporting Optimal Growth and Development
V.   Application of Developmental Theory
    A. Role of family
    B. Societal expectations
    C. Role of caregiver
    D. Prevention of child maltreatment
    E. Developmental differences and special needs
VI.  Introduction to Observation Methods
    A. Running records
    B. Anecdotal records

Assignments:
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1. Reading assignments of approximately 20-30 pages per week
2. Written responses to reading and class discussions (1-2 pages weekly)
3. Written report of observation conducted in group care setting  (approximately 2-4 pages)
4. Writing assignment that integrates theory and practice  (2-4 pages)
5. Conduct a naturalistic observation; write a 2-4 page report using anecdotal and/or running
    records
6. Exams (1-2); Quizzes (1-5)

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.Writing
50 - 60%
Written observation reports; written responses; theory and practice assignment
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.Problem Solving
0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.Skill Demonstrations
10 - 20%
Naturalistic Observation
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.Exams
20 - 30%
Exams (1-2); Quizzes (1-5)
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.Other Category
10 - 15%
Attendance and participation


Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Developmental Profiles: Pre-birth Through Adolescence. 8th ed. Marotz, Lynn and Allen, Eileen. Cengage Learning. 2016
Instructor prepared materials

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