SVCC College Catalog

CHD 118  LANGUAGE ARTS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN (3 cr.)   Presents techniques and methods for encouraging the development of language and perceptional skills in young children. Stresses improvement of vocabulary, speech and methods to stimulate discussion. Surveys children’s literature, examines elements of quality story telling and story reading, and stresses the use of audio-visual materials. Lecture 2 hours per week. Laboratory 2 hours per week. Total 4 hours per week.

CHD 120 INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (3 cr.)   Introduces early childhood development through activities and experiences in nursery, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and primary programs.  Investigates classroom organization and procedures, and use of classroom time and materials, approaches to education for young children, professionalism, and curricular procedures.  Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 121-122 CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT I-II (3 cr.) (3 cr.)   Focuses attention on the observable characteristics of children from birth through adolescence.  Concentrates on cognitive, physical, social, and emotional changes that occur.  Emphasizes the relationship between development and child’s interactions with parents, siblings, peers, and teachers.  Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 145 TEACHING ART, MUSIC, AND MOVEMENT TO CHILDREN (3 cr.)   Provides experiences in developing the content, methods, and materials for directing children in art, music, and movement activities. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

CHD 146  MATH, SCIENCE, AND SOCIAL STUDIES  FOR CHILDREN (3 cr.)  Provides experiences in developing the content, methods, and materials for directing children in math, science, and social studies activities. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

CHD 165  OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD/PRIMARY SETTINGS (3 cr.)   Observes and participates in early  childhood  settings such as  child care centers,  pre-schools, Montessori schools or public school settings. Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Students spend one hour each week in a seminar session in addition to 60 clock hours in the field. May be taken again for credit. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 7 hours per week.

CHD 166 INFANT AND TODDLER PROGRAMS (3 cr.)   Examines the fundamentals of infant and toddler development, including planning and implementing programs in group care.  Emphasizes meeting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs:  scheduling, preparing age-appropriate activities, health and safety policies, record keeping, and reporting to parents.  Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 205 GUIDING THE BEHAVIOR OF CHILDREN (3 cr.)––Explores positive ways to build self-esteem in children and help them develop self-control.  Presents practical ideas for encouraging pro-social behavior in children and emphasizes basic skills and techniques in classroom management.  Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 210 INTRODUCTION TO EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN (3 cr.)   Reviews the history of education for exceptional children.  Studies the characteristics associated with exceptional children.  Explores positive techniques for managing behavior and adapting materials for classroom use.  Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 215 MODELS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS (3 cr.)   Studies and discusses the various models and theories of early childhood education programs including current trends and issues.  Presents state licensing and staff requirements. Lecture 3 hours per week.

CHD 265 ADVANCED OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD/PRIMARY SETTINGS (3 cr.)   Observes and participates in early childhood settings such as child care centers, pre-school, Montessori schools, or public school settings (kindergarten through third grade).  Emphasizes planning and implementation of appropriate activities and materials for children.  Students will spend one hour each week in a seminar session in addition to 60 clock hours in the field.  May be taken again for credit.  Lecture 1 hour.  Laboratory 6 hours.  Total 7 hours per week.