Contra Costa College
Course Outline
Early Childhood Education 150
Infant Care and Development
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COURSE/CATALOG DESCRIPTION
This course will provide an overview of infant development from the newborn to two years of age. Designed
for parents as well as for those who work in childcare centers, it provides an introduction to the behavior and
development of the infant, with special emphasis on the growing body of research that has transformed this
field of study. This course will introduce students to concepts of child growth from a developmental
perspective, using literature from the fields of developmental psychology and child development. Techniques
for developing quality care will be discussed. Not repeatable.
COURSE OBJECTIVE
At the completion of the course the student will be able to:
1. Identify and name temperamental traits and how they affect and influence the developing infant.
2. Identify the steps in the progression of motor development in infants.
3. Create a quality childcare environment that facilitates and supports cognitive and social/emotional
development.
4. Appreciate the influence that culture has on care giving practices.
COURSE CONTENT: (In detail; attach additional information as needed and include percentage breakdown)
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Individual differences; temperament traits
Infant development
Culture and care giving practices
Understanding toddler’s internal conflicts
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Lecture; Audio visual equipment
Small group activities; reflective writing
Observations; Exams, research paper
Class discussion
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
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Edition/Date:
A Guide to Culturally Sensitive Care; A Guide to Social-Emotional Growth
and Socialization; The Comprehensive Infant Curriculum
West Ed in collaboration with California Department of Education; West Ed
in collaboration with California department of Education; Linda G. Miller
Far West Laboratory
2006
COURSE EXPECTATIONS (Use applicable expectations)
Outside of Class Weekly Assignments
Weekly Reading Assignments
Weekly Writing Assignments
Weekly Math Problems
Lab or Software Application Assignments
Other Performance Assignments
Hours per week
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STUDENT EVALUATION: (Show percentage breakdown for evaluation instruments)
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Program Observation
Final project
Observations
Class activities 10%, Exam 10%
GRADING POLICY (Choose LG, CR/NC, or SC)
Letter Grade
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
Credit / No Credit
70% and above = Credit
Below 70% = No Credit
Prepared by:
Patricia Jackson
Date: Semester/Year
11/9/07 Fall 2007
Revised 02/07
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Student Choice
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
70% and above = Credit
Below 70% = No Credit