Contra Costa College
Course Outline
Department &Number
Course Title
Prerequisite
Challenge Policy
Co-requisite
Challenge Policy
Advisory
Early Childhood Education 152
Toddler Care and Development
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Number of Weeks
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Hours By Arrangement
Activity Hours
Units
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3
COURSE/CATALOG DESCRIPTION
This course provides an overview of the development of the older infant (toddler) from the ages of 16 to 36
months of age. Using literature from the fields of developmental psychology and child development, it
introduces students to principles of growth and development of toddlers. It will cover group care of toddlers,
and the special role of the caregiver in helping the toddler develop the social, emotional, cognitive and physical
competency appropriate to this stage of development. Designed for parents as well as for those who work in
child care centers. Not repeatable.
COURSE OBJECTIVE
At the completion of the course the student will be able to:
1. Become adept at identifying the impact of culture on early language development and communication.
2. Recognize the role of the caregiver as it relates to early learning and cognitive development.
3. Demonstrate effective curriculum planning that facilitates the toddler’s overall development.
COURSE CONTENT: (In detail; attach additional information as needed and include percentage breakdown)
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Attachment process
Caregivers role in supporting language and cognitive 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: A Guide to Language Development and Communication; A Guide to Cognitive Development
and Learning; The Comprehensive Toddler Curriculum
Author:
Publisher:
Edition/Date:
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
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2
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)
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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
Nov. 9, 2007
Revised 02/07
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