Contra Costa College Course Outline Early Childhood Education 150 Infant Care and Development None None None None None Department &Number Course Title Prerequisite Challenge Policy Co-requisite Challenge Policy Advisory Number of Weeks Lecture Hours Lab Hours Hours By Arrangement Activity Hours Units 18 54 0 0 0 3 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) 25 25 25 25 % % % % 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 Textbook Title: Author: Publisher: 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 2 2 2 STUDENT EVALUATION: (Show percentage breakdown for evaluation instruments) 30 30 20 20 % % % % 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 x 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