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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT 378D-1 (Schedule #: 20534)
LABORATORY EXPERIENCES WITH CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Spring 2014
Course Information
Instructor: Hsing-chen Tung, Ed. D.
Office: EBA 401
Telephone: 619 594-4445
Email: htung@mail.sdsu.edu
Office Hours:
 Monday 10:15-11:30am (Students may drop in, although I will first see students with
appointments.)
 Appointments are needed for Wednesday 10:15-11am and Thursday 10:45-11:30am.
Prerequisites
Credit or concurrent enrollment or credit in CFD 375A, 375B, or 375C. Students must also have
achieved CFD major status (no longer in the CFD pre-major). Proof of prerequisites must be emailed
or given to instructor by the orientation meeting on Tuesday, January 28 at 7-7:50am in SDSU
Children’s Center. When you email your prerequisites, please put the course number in the
subject of the email. To submit the hard copy, print a Degree Audit Report (DAR) and highlight
“Okay Preparation for the Major” and “in-progress” classes.
Students under the catalog year of 2011/2012 or later years must also provide a copy of the signed
CFD Reflective Learning Portfolio Agreement. This is available on the CFD web site,
http://coe.sdsu.edu/cfd/. Click on “Current Students” and “Developing Your Portfolio.” Take the
tutorial first, then sign and print the agreement.
Prerequisites for CFD minors include: Preparation for major, Psy 101, CFD 270, & CFD 270L.
Prerequisites for Psych majors and CFD minors: Preparation for Psych major.
Course Description
This one-unit course allows students the opportunity to work in the San Diego community in settings
that serve families and children. Students will spend 40 hours during the semester in their community
placements. This opportunity gives students practical field experience and allows them to apply
theoretical knowledge in real world settings. Students will earn credit or no credit for this course.
Letter grades will not be assigned.
Course Objectives
1. Gain practical field experience in child and family settings.
2. Increase one’s knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of programs for children and families.
3. Observe firsthand the development and interaction of those in the program.
4. Apply theoretical knowledge in real world settings.
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CFD Departmental Goals this Course Meets:
Goal #1: Students know and understand typical and atypical development characteristics and needs
across the lifespan.
Goal #3: Students use their understanding of and relationships with children and families to design,
implement, and evaluate experiences that promote positive learning and development for all children
and families.
Goal: #5: Students possess high-level communication skills.
Goal #6: Students demonstrate a high level of cultural competence.
Goal #7: Students identify and conduct themselves as a member of the child and family profession.
Course Requirements
1. A valid negative tuberculosis skin test (May 2013 or more recent).
2. Participate in a total of 40 hours (approximately 4 hours per week) of laboratory experience in a
program for families and/or children.
3. Complete assignments.
4. Meet with class instructor and program supervisor throughout the semester.
Blackboard and Email
Since there are no regular classroom meetings for this course, communication will take place through
Blackboard and Email. The course syllabus, assignments, forms, grades, and announcements will be
posted on Blackboard. Announcements might also be sent via Email. Students must provide a valid
Email and check for course communication on a daily basis. Students must also check Blackboard on
a regular basis.
First Mandatory Orientation Meeting
The first mandatory orientation meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 28 at 7am in SDSU
Children’s Center. Students will earn five points for attending this meeting (must arrive on time).
Those arriving on time will have priority in selecting their internship sites, if these required documents
are submitted: a copy of the Degree Audit Report, a copy of negative TB test, Lab Request Form
(included in the syllabus), the signed Student Contract (included in the syllabus), and a copy of the
signed CFD Reflective Learning Portfolio Agreement (for students under the 2011/2012 or more
current catalogs).
Lab Experience
Students will be placed in the San Diego community in settings that serve children and/or families.
Here students will work 40 hours or approximately 4 hours per week during the semester. Students
will request their placements, but requests are not guaranteed. Please read about each placement
before the orientation meeting and be ready to submit your completed Lab Placement Request Form.
Following the meeting on Jan. 28, students will receive an Email informing them of their lab
placements. Students will then contact their lab supervisors to begin their field experience.
Supervisors must be contacted right away! Students who do not contact their supervisors by Friday
Feb. 7 will receive a 5-point deduction in Grade Center. Most placements will require paperwork,
background check, fingerprinting, etc. This may take several weeks so again, it is imperative that
students get started right away. Students will begin working in their assigned placements no later
than Friday Feb. 21. Failure to do so will result in “No credit” for the course! Please note that a
copy of the negative TB screen must also be given to the supervisor at the first visit, no
exceptions, along with the letter of introduction and any additional documentation they may
require.
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Time Commitment
Students will work at least 40 hours during the semester for CFD 378D. If you work less than 40
hours, you will earn “No Credit,” no exceptions. Please plan to work at least four hours straight. You
may not break up your hours into smaller timeframes. Doing so is not good for you, your supervisor,
or the clients you serve. You are responsible for keeping track of your hours (keep copies of your time
sheets).
This is a semester-long internship. You are responsible for spreading your hours evenly over the
course of the semester. You may not complete most or all of your hours in the first half of the
semester, and you may not complete most or all of your hours in the second half of the semester.
Doing so will result in “no credit” for this class. Also, you are responsible for working through the
week of April 20, even if you have already completed the required hours. We made a commitment to
our community partners that students will work through the week of April 20.
If you need to reschedule a day, please be courteous and provide necessary cause to your supervisor
with plenty of notice. Make-up times will be assigned at the discretion of the supervisor. If you
request to reschedule more than four times, you will earn “No Credit” in the class. Your supervisors
are expecting you on your assigned days, and cancellations are very inconvenient for them.
Professional Expectations
 Be absolutely professional and cordial at all times in behavior, attitude, maturity, and dress. Please
consult your supervisor for the dress code and regulations at your facility.
 Be mindful that you are representing the San Diego State University community under a
service-learning course. Do not participate in any behavior that will embarrass you, SDSU, your
instructor, or our CFD department.
 Please be responsible and reliable. Show respect and kindness to supervisors, clients, and staff.
 Always be punctual and show up as expected. If you are late for more than three times and/or
you do not show up as scheduled more than three times, you will be terminated from your
internship and will earn “No Credit” for this class.
 Be mindful that any population of children and families you work with may be considered
“vulnerable” regardless of where you are placed. Thus, any personal information collected for the
purpose of this course shall be treated as confidentially sensitive.
 While at your site, your focus must be on your assigned duties and on the site’s clients. Do not
make personal phone calls, use your computer, do homework, text, etc.
Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Policy
In additional to working in the community and completing 40 hours of service, students will complete
various assignments. All assignments, instructions, and forms are included in the syllabus packet and
are available on Blackboard. Time sheets, evaluations, and letters must be submitted by sliding a hard
copy under the door of EBA 401. Put the course number and instructor’s name on the top of your
assignments. Due dates are noted on the course calendar. DO NOT EMAIL ASSIGNMENTS. They
will not be accepted. Assignments will be graded and posted on Blackboard within two weeks. Time
sheets, evaluations, and letters will not be returned, so make sure to keep copies of everything
submitted. No late assignments will be accepted for this course.
Journals will be submitted on-line through Blackboard. Blackboard support for students can be found
at the following link: http://its.sdsu.edu/blackboard/BB9/index.html. If you need help, do not wait
until the last minute to get help! Students are responsible for their own computing needs. If a
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technical problem occurs on the student's end, the STUDENT is responsible for fixing it. An
instructional technology problem that the student encounters does not constitute an acceptable excuse
for non-completion of coursework.
This class is graded on a credit/no credit basis. You will earn credit for the class if you complete each
assignment, submit required paperwork, earn a minimum of 80 points out of a possible 100, and
complete 40 hours of lab experience. In addition, you will not receive credit for this class if your
supervisor gives you a poor evaluation. Make sure you always show professionalism while working.
This includes being punctual, respectful, caring, reliable, ethical, etc. Students will earn no-credit if
the above requirements are not met.
Grades on assignments will be as follows:
Assignments
Points
Attendance: Arrive on time to earn points!!
20
Class orientation (5 points)
Class meeting on 3/6/14 (10 points)
One-on-one conference with instructor (5 points)
Documentation: Completed accurately
30
Midterm timesheet (5 points)
Midterm evaluation and meeting with supervisor (10 points)
Final timesheet (5 points)
Final evaluation and meeting with supervisor (10 points)
Written Assignments
50
Letter of introduction - hardcopy (5 points)
Thank-you letter – hardcopy (10 points)
Reflective journal #1 – Blackboard (10 points)
Reflective journal #2 – Blackboard (10 points)
Final Reflective Journal – Blackboard (15 points)
TOTAL 100
Student/Instructor Conference
Students are expected to meet with Hsing-chen Tung during the weeks of March 23 or April 6 to
discuss their lab experiences. This meeting will take about five minutes. Sign-up sheet will be
provided a couple of weeks ahead of time through Blackboard. Do not wait until the last minute to
have your conference. If students do not participate in this meeting, they will not earn credit for
the class. If students miss their appointments for no valid reasons, they will not be allowed to
make up for the appointments and will then earn no credit for this course.
Performance Meetings and Reviews
Twice during the semester you will schedule time to meet with your internship supervisors to discuss
your job performance. These meetings must take place during the weeks of March 9 and April 20.
Give your supervisors plenty of time to arrange these meetings. Do not ask for a meeting at the last
minute. Prior to each meeting, ask your supervisors to complete the Practicum Evaluation. Make sure
to give the evaluations to your supervisors well in advance of the meeting. The completed evaluations
will be used as a basis for discussion.
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Note to Students on the Catalogs of 2011/2012 and later
Students under the catalogs of 2011/2012 and later are required to compile a reflective learning
portfolio comprised of various CFD assignments. There are seven mandatory signature assignments,
which must be included in the portfolio. One of the required assignments includes the two Practicum
Evaluations (mid-semester and final evaluations) from one of the CFD 378 classes. Students must
include the two evaluations from either CFD 378A, CFD 378B, CFD 378C, or CFD 378D. Make sure
to save these evaluations to be included in the reflective learning portfolio, which will be finalized
while enrolled in CFD 598 before graduation.
Further information on the reflective learning portfolio is available on the CFD web site,
http://coe.sdsu.edu/cfd/. Click on “Current Students” and “Developing Your Portfolio.” Remember, it
is your responsibility to save your assignments.
Taskstream
CFD Majors who are enrolled in this course will need to have a TaskStream electronic portfolio
subscription, and be enrolled in the appropriate TaskStream "Program" which contains your program
portfolio. More information about purchasing a TaskStream subscription and enrolling into a
TaskStream Program is available in the “CFD Portfolio” section of the Child and Family Development
website: http://coe.sdsu.edu/cfd/portfolio/index.php
Note to Future Elementary School Teachers
If you plan to become an elementary school teacher and attend the Credential Program at SDSU, you
must complete at least 30 hours of work or volunteer experience in a public elementary school before
applying to the Credential Program. This class will give you at least 40 hours of experience if you are
placed in one of the public elementary schools. If this applies to you, visit
http://edweb.sdsu.edu/STE/teachprospective.htm for further information on the Credential Program
and for the Early Field Experience Verification Form. This form will be used to document your hours
of service at the school. This form is for your use in applying to the Credential Program. It is not
needed for this class.
CFD Mentor Center
The CFD Department has a Mentor Center where you can receive assistance with your writing and
your projects. The Center is located in EBA 409. You can sign up at the Center to be matched with a
peer mentor, or you can sign up in the CFD Department Office in EBA 403. You can also receive help
on a drop-in basis. If your professor(s) refer you to the Mentor Center, please go. Do not ignore the
referral(s).
Student Disability Services (http://www.sa.sdsu.edu/sds/)
If you are a student with a disability and believe you will need accommodations for this class, it is your
responsibility to contact Student Disability Services at (619) 594-6473. To avoid any delay in the
receipt of your accommodations, you should contact Student Disability Services as soon as possible.
Please note that accommodations are not retroactive, and that I cannot provide accommodations based
upon disability until I have received an accommodation letter from Student Disability Services. Your
cooperation is appreciated.
Questions, Concerns, Comments
Please Email class instructor with any questions, comments, or concerns. A reply will be sent as soon
as possible. Students may also visit or call during the office hour. Please keep in contact.
* See lab placement options at the end of this syllabus packet.
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CFD 378D COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR
Date
Assignment/Due Dates
Tuesday, 1/28
* Mandatory Orientation Meeting at 7-7:50am in Children’s Center
* Submit Lab Placement Request Form, copy of negative TB test, DAR,
Student Contract, and Portfolio Agreement (if applicable)
Week of 2/2
* After receiving an Email with information on your assigned site, do an Internet
search of your site and then contact your lab supervisor to arrange your first meeting.
If possible, begin working this week and submit TB test, letter of introduction, etc.
Week of 2/9
* First week of work (begin working earlier if possible). Submit TB test, letter of
introduction, etc.
* Due: Copy of Letter of Introduction and Release of Liability Form by 10am in
EBA 401 on Thursday, Feb. 13
Week of 2/16
* Second week of work
Week of 2/23
* Third week of work
Week of 3/2
* Fourth week of work
* Mandatory Class Meeting (room to be determined) at 7am on Thursday, Mar. 6
Week of 3/9
* Fifth week of work
* Submit Reflective Journal #1 through Blackboard by Friday, Mar. 14 by 9pm
* Meet with your supervisor this week or next week for first performance review
Week of 3/16
* Sixth week of work
* Due: Practicum Evaluation #1 and time sheet #1 by 10am in EBA 401 on
Thursday Mar. 20
Week of 3/23
* Seventh week of work
* Submit Reflective Journal #2 through Blackboard by Friday, Mar. 28 by 9pm
* Meet with Hsing-chen Tung this week or the next week
Week or 3/30
Enjoy your spring break!
Week of 4/6
* Eighth week of work
* Meet with Hsing-chen Tung this week if you have not done so
Week of 4/13
* Ninth week of work
Week of 4/20
* Tenth week of work
* Meet with your supervisor this week for final performance review
* Submit thank-you letter to your supervisor
Week of 4/27
* Due: Time sheet #2, Practicum Evaluation #2, and copy of thank-you letter by
10am in EBA 401 on Thursday, May 1
* Submit Final Reflective Journal through Blackboard by Friday May 2 by 9pm
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STUDENT CONTRACT FOR CFD 378D
Submit to instructor at orientation meeting
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I confirm that I have read and understand the syllabus for this class.
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I understand that I am expected to behave professionally while working at my community placement.
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I understand that not beginning to work in my assigned placement by Feb. 21 will result in “No Credit”
for this class.
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I understand that unprofessional behavior will result in “No Credit” for this class.
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I understand that I am responsible for keeping track of my hours, and working less than 40 hours will
result in “No Credit” for this class.
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I understand that in order to earn five points for the class meetings, I must arrive on time.
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I understand that my assignments (time sheets, evaluation forms, journals, etc.) must be submitted on
time and that no late assignments will be accepted.
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I understand that I am responsible for my own computing needs and for fixing my own technical
problems. I further understand that a technology problem does not constitute an acceptable excuse for
non-completion of coursework.
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I understand that the work I submit to my professor will not be returned and I must keep copies of
everything I submit (time sheets, evaluation forms, etc.).
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I understand that my assignments must be well written, and if I need assistance, I should use the CFD
Mentor Center.
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I understand that twice during the semester I must meet with my practicum supervisor for a performance
review.
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I understand that I must schedule my performance reviews with my supervisor well in advance, and give
him/her the paperwork in advance.
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I understand that I must submit all paperwork and complete all assignments in order to pass this class.
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I understand that I cannot pass this class without meeting with the course instructor during the weeks of
March 23 or April 6.
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I understand that if I am late and/or do not show up more than three times, I will not be able to continue
with this internship and I will earn “No Credit” for this class.
[ ]
I understand that if I cancel/ reschedule more than four times, I will not be able to continue with this
internship and I will earn “No Credit” for this class.
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I understand that this is a semester-long experience and I must work throughout the entire semester.
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I understand that I must work a four-hour shift or longer at my site.
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I understand that I must uphold the confidentiality and privacy of the clients at my site.
_____________________________________
Student Name
_____________________________________
Date
_____________________________________
Signature
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CFD 378D
Lab Placement Request Form
SUBMIT THIS FORM AT ORIENTATION MEETING
Name of Student:
Email:
Cell Number:
What should I know about you to help in your placement (speak Spanish, available on the weekends,
have experience with infants, have worked in licensed childcare, etc.)?
LIST YOUR LAB PREFERENCES BELOW
First Choice (indicate what days you can work, location, Spanish-speaking, age of children, etc.)
Second Choice (indicate what days you can work, location, Spanish-speaking, age of children, etc.)
Third Choice (indicate what days you can work, location, Spanish-speaking, age of children, etc.)
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Warning, Waiver, and Release of Liability
Due by 10am on Thursday 2/13/14
I understand that participation in CFD 378D during the Spring 2014 semester requires participating in offcampus community service.
I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages for death, personal injury or property
damage which I may have, or which hereafter accrue to me, against San Diego State University, Hsing-chen
Tung, and _____________________________________ as a result of my participation in
(Service Agency)
community service. This release is intended to discharge the University, its trustees, officers, employees, and
volunteers, and any public agencies from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected in any way
with my participation in the event. I further understand that accidents and injuries can arise out of the event
which may cause personal injury; knowing the risks, nevertheless, I hereby agree to assume risks and to release
and to hold harmless all of the persons or agencies mentioned above who might otherwise be liable to me (or my
heirs or assignees) for damages. It is further understood and agreed that this waiver, release and assumption of
risk is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. It is the intention of the parties hereto that the provisions of this
paragraph be interpreted to impose on each party responsible for their own negligence.
I acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the risks and dangers involved in this Community Service
class. I have been made aware that when using my own vehicle I must have current automobile insurance.
I acknowledge that I have read and fully understood the above Warning, Waiver, and Release of Liability.
I further acknowledge that the reasons for my being requested to sign this Release have been fully explained to
me and I understand them.
I am signing this Release of my own free will and I have not been influenced or coerced by any representative or
employee of the State (students under age of eighteen (18) must have the signature of their parent or guardian).
Participant’s Name (print):
Participant’s Signature
Red ID #
Emergency Contact Information (Name and Phone Number)
Date
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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CFD 378D
Letter of Introduction
Due by 10am on Thursday 2/13/14
Five Points
You will present this letter of introduction to your supervisor at your first meeting, along with a copy
of your negative TB test. Points will be deducted for failing to give this to your supervisor at your first
meeting. Points will also be deducted for writing errors (you are expected to write at an advanced
college level), an unclear photo, not following assignment instructions, etc. An additional copy will be
submitted to Hsing-chen Tung on by 10am on Thursday 2/13/14.
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Do an Internet search of your assigned agency before you compose this letter!
This assignment consists of a one-page letter that introduces you to your lab supervisor. Include a
2” X 2” color head shot or picture as part of the one-page letter (not attached to it). In the letter
indicate your major, your class standing (sophomore, junior, or senior), and the class you are taking for
this internship (CFD 378D). Discuss your background, noting any experience you may have related to
your assigned organization and pertinent interests. Explain why you are excited to work for this site
and what learning you are looking forward to by relating to the work of the agency (refer to the
knowledge you gained from the internet search). Lastly, explain what you plan to offer them. Include
a professional salutation and closing.
AN EXAMPLE OF THIS LETTER IS INCLUDED ON BLACKBOARD UNDER
“COURSE DOCUMENTS”
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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CFD 378D
Thank-you Letter
Due by 10am on Thursday 5/1/14
Ten Points
This assignment consists of a one-page thank-you letter to your supervisor. The letter must be wellwritten and professional in appearance. For guidelines on writing business letters, visit the SDSU
Career Services Department. Make sure to include a professional salutation and closing.
In your letter, thank your supervisor for your experience and his/her guidance. Point out specifically
what you have appreciated in your supervisor’s practice with the children/families. Make sure to also
indicate what you learned during your internship and how you intend to apply that knowledge to your
future career.
You will present this letter to your supervisor on your last day of work (during the week of 4/20). An
additional copy of the letter will be submitted to Hsing-chen Tung on Thursday, May 1 in EBA 401 by
10am. Points will be deducted for writing errors (you are expected to write at an advanced college
level), not following assignment instructions, etc.
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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CFD 378D
Reflective Journal One
Due by 9pm on Friday 3/14/14
Ten Points
Reflection is an essential component of effective practice, and provides an opportunity for personal
and professional growth. This journal assignment provides an opportunity for you to reflect on the
activities in and around your placement, to ask questions, seek support, and make connections to your
coursework. Your journal will be graded as follows:
0:
No entry
1-5: Entry is poorly written and/or shows minimal insight or reflection
6-10: Entry is written clearly and shows evidence of reflection and analysis
All three of your reflective journals will be submitted through the “Journals” portal on Blackboard.
You should compose your journals off-line. After a journal entry is finished, click on “Journals” on
the side bar on Blackboard. Click into “Journal #1” and then click on “Create Journal.” Finally, copy
and paste your journal entry into the box for “message entry” to submit it. Do not use attachment or
email your journal! They will not be accepted. If you need assistance please refer to the “On Demand
Help and Learning Catalog” located on the home page of your Blackboard.
Please discuss the items below. Number each of your discussion items (1 through 4).
1. Using your own words, briefly describe your agency, school, or project. What are your impressions
of this organization? What positive aspects have you observed in your supervisor’s practice? How do
you feel the practice has influenced you?
2. What are your roles within this organization? How are you making a difference in the population
you serve? Give specific examples of what you are doing.
3. If you were your supervisor, how would you rate your performance? What have you done, or not
done, to deserve your rating? What are some initiatives you can take to further your own learning?
What can you do from now on to make an even bigger difference in the lives of those you serve?
What can you do from now on to appear even more professional and responsible?
4. Have you been late to your internship? Have you had to cancel and reschedule? If so, please
explain.
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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CFD 378D
Reflective Journal Two
Due by 9pm on Friday 3/28/14
Ten Points
See instructions of how to submit journals through Blackboard in Reflective Journal One guidelines.
Please discuss the items below. Number each of your discussion items (1 through 6).
1. Now that you have been working at your site for about six weeks, reflect on your experience.
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How do you feel about this experience and this organization?
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Do you feel you are positively contributing to the population you serve? How so? Give specific
examples.
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Have you improved over the course of the semester? How so? Give specific examples.
What have you learned from the population you serve (e.g. abilities, strengths, needs, etc.)
What human development knowledge from previous course work has helped you in this
experience?
2. Have you been late to your internship since submitting your first reflective journal? Have you had
to cancel and reschedule since submitting your first reflective journal? If so, please explain.
3. Reflect on your meeting with your supervisor. What did he/she discuss during the meeting?
4. Reflect on your written evaluation. Was it a fair evaluation? According to your supervisor, what
are your areas of strength and how can you improve?
5. What is the plan that you and your supervisor came up with for you to further benefit this
organization? Discuss this plan in detail. Remember, you must put this plan into action and it will be
part of your final evaluation and final reflective journal.
6. Reflect on your personal demeanor and your professionalism (behaving in a positive way for this
volunteer work, establishing good communication with the clients and your supervisor, taking
initiatives, etc.) at this site. How can you improve? Put your ideas into action during the remaining
weeks at your internship site.
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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT CFD 378D
Final Reflective Journal
Due by 9pm on Friday 5/2/14
Fifteen Points
See instructions of how to submit journals through Blackboard in Reflective Journal One guidelines.
Your journal will be graded as follows:
0:
No entry
1-5: Entry is poorly written and/or shows minimal insight or reflection
6-10: Entry is mediocre/or shows some insight or reflection
11-15: Entry is written clearly and shows strong evidence of reflection and analysis
Please discuss the items below. Number each of your discussion items (1 through 5).
1. During your first performance review with your supervisor, the two of you came up with a plan for
you to further benefit the site.
 Discuss how you implemented this plan. Give details of what you did to put your plan into
action. How do you feel about the outcome of this plan? How did others at your site (supervisor,
children, clients, etc.) respond?
2. In your second reflective journal, you came up with ideas to improve your personal demeanor and
your professionalism. Discuss how you put these ideas into action. How do you feel about the
outcome? How did others at your site (supervisor, children, clients, etc.) respond?
3. Have you been late to your internship since submitting your second reflective journal? Have you
had to cancel and reschedule since submitting your second reflective journal? If so, please explain.
4. Think about the time you spent at your internship site. What was the most meaningful experience
you had here? Why do you think this was so meaningful to you?
5. Discuss what you learned. Share what you gained personally and professionally from experiences
of working with your supervisor and serving the population.
 What important values were demonstrated in your supervisor’s practice?
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What were your relationships like with your supervisor and clients? What have you learned about
establishing positive relationships?
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What did you learn about your school/agency that you had not expected to learn?
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SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT 378D
PRACTICUM EVALUATION #1
Due to professor by 10am on Thursday 3/20/14
Student Name:
Internship Site:
Date of Performance Review:
Please meet with your student to conduct a performance review during the weeks of March 9.
Comment below on the student’s performance during his/her first few weeks of work. We want
him/her to grow from this experience, so please be candid.
What are the student’s strengths? How can he/she improve?
With your student, come up with a plan of ways he/she can further benefit your organization. Please
note the details below so he/she may implement your ideas during the remaining semester.
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Please comment on the student’s punctuality and reliability. Has he/she been late, cancelled, or
rescheduled workdays? If so, please give details.
Additional comments:
Lab Supervisor Name
Telephone Number and Email
Lab Supervisor Signature
Date
Please contact Hsing-chen Tung, course instructor, with any questions or concerns,
htung@mail.sdsu.edu or 619 594-4445. Thank you very much for guiding our student!
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SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT 378D
PRACTICUM EVALUATION #2
Due to professor by 10am on Thursday 5/1/14
Student Name:
Internship Site:
Date of Performance Review:
Please meet with your student to conduct a final performance review during the week of April 20. Use
your responses to the following questions as a basis for your discussion. Please be open and honest so
he/she can grow from this experience.
Did the student carry out your plan for ways in which he/she could further benefit your organization?
What specifically did he/she do?
Please comment on the student’s punctuality and reliability. Since the first performance review, has
he/she been late, cancelled, or rescheduled workdays? If so, please give details.
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Please use the space below to comment on the student’s performance this semester. Please discuss
his/her strengths, as well as ways he/she can continue to improve.
Lab Supervisor Name
Telephone Number and Email
Lab Supervisor Signature
Date
Please contact Hsing-chen Tung, course instructor, with any questions or concerns,
htung@mail.sdsu.edu or 619 594-4445. Thank you very much for guiding our student!
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SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT 378D
STUDENT TIME SHEET # 1
Due by 10am on Thursday 3/20/14
Student Name:
Internship Site:
Monday 2/3/14 through Sunday 3/16/14
* Before you leave for each day, fill in the information and ask your supervisor to sign! You need to
work at least 4 hours straight each time.
Week Date time in time out # of hours hours-to-date Student
Supervisor Signature
Initial
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5
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TOTAL HOURS:
 Before submitting, copy the number of total hours into the first cell of “hour-to-date” on Time Sheet #2.
Supervisor Name
Supervisor Signature
____________________________
Supervisor Email
Supervisor Telephone Number
Date
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SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY
CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT 378D
STUDENT TIME SHEET # 2
Due by 10am on Thursday 5/1/14
Student Name:
Internship Site:
Monday 3/17/14 through Wednesday 4/30/14
* Before you leave for each day, fill in the information and ask your supervisor to sign! You need a
total of 40 hours for the entire semester.
Week Date time in time out # of hours hours-to-date Student
Supervisor Signature
Initial
Hours from Time Sheet #1:
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TOTAL HOURS:
Supervisor Name
Supervisor Signature
____________________________
Supervisor Email
Supervisor Telephone Number
Date
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CFD 378D Lab Placements
Students will work in one of the following programs. Thoroughly read about each placement and
complete the Lab Request Form (included in the syllabus) to indicate your preferences. Please give
this form to Hsing-chen Tung at the orientation meeting, along with a copy of the Degree Audit
Report, copy of negative TB test, the signed Student Contract, and a copy of the signed CFD
Reflective Learning Portfolio Agreement (for students under the 2011/2012 or more current catalogs).
Do not contact agencies until you receive your placements and instructions via Email from
Hsing-chen Tung.
Bright Horizons – (The Academy at Bright Horizons in Encinitas)
Encinitas
Five students may work here
This childcare facility in North County cares for children from two years to five years. Students may
work in the morning or afternoon, but not during nap time (12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.). The center is
open between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m Monday through Friday. For students volunteering with this facility
there may be a $15 fee for a Livescan.
Clay Elementary School
The College Area
Several students may work here
Clay Elementary School is a public school in the Rolando neighborhood of San Diego. Clay offers
great diversity in its student population. In addition to regular classrooms, they have GATE and
special education programs. Their hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9am to 3:25pm
and Wednesday, 9am to 1pm. Check their web site to review their academic calendar and holidays to
make sure you will be able to complete all your hours.
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Various locations in Chula Vista
Several students may work in different elementary schools
Students may choose to work in K through Grade 5 classrooms in elementary schools of the district.
Students will observe teachers’ teaching and children’s development, as well as help teachers
according to their instructions (e.g. work with individual or small group of children, plan small group
learning activities, etc.). Students need to indicate on the Lab Request Form their preferences for
working with K to Grade 2 or Grade 2 to 5. After the requests are sent, the district office will notify us
what classes and schools students are placed in. Check their web site to review their academic
calendar and holidays to make sure you will be able to complete all your hours.
Delibrainy Parenting Workshops
Areas around SDSU
10 students may work here
The Department of Child and Family Development is hosting free workshops to parents of children
ages birth to five years across Central and East San Diego. Students will assist the parent educators in
various capacities at these workshops. Each workshop is 1-2 hours in length plus setup time. Students
must have a flexible schedule and be available to work on weekends. Spanish-speaking students are
preferred, but it is not necessary. At the workshops, students will co-teach with the educator, assist
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with administration of developmental screenings, interact with children through enrichment activities,
and help parents to understand the development of their children. This is a great opportunity to gain
experience working directly with children and parents. Students must be fingerprinted (about $20) and
a background check may be required.
Students who are interested in volunteering for Delibrainy Parenting Workshops can reference the
calendar posted under “course documents” on Blackboard to identify whether the program would
match with their schedule/ availability for placement. A mandatory orientation session for the
Parenting Workshops volunteers will be held on January 31 at 7:00AM-8AM in EBA 409. The
student volunteers will complete paperwork/background check forms at the orientation. Student
volunteers need to bring the following items to this orientation: 1) Current class schedule printout, and
2) Spring calendar (January - May) so you can start to schedule workshops. If you are interested in
this program but unable to attend, you will need to notify Eva Schulte at
schulte@delibrainy.com by January 30.
Episcopal Community Services Head Start
Several centers throughout South San Diego
Several students may work here
Episcopal Community Services Head Start (serving children between the ages of 3 to 5) and Early
Head Start (serving ages newborn to 3) are comprehensive child development programs serving low
income preschool children and their families. ECS is more than a school readiness program; they
ensure that families who are struggling with poverty are able to access social services and other
resources so they may thrive. The goal of Head Start and Early Head Start is to break the cycle of
poverty one family at a time. The majority of their centers are located in the south bay area-National
City, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and San Ysidro and two centers in San Diego. The information
about their site locations are posted under “course documents” on Blackboard. Their hours of
operation vary depending on the option--Traditional Centers: Monday through Thursday from 8am11:30am or 12:30pm-4pm, and Full Day centers (including Early Head Start): five days a week from
7am-5:30pm. They require a criminal record clearance through CCLD (They will pay.), current TB
reading (no older than 6 months) and completion of their Community Volunteer Application. If a
student has a current clearance through CCLD they can transfer the licensing information number to
their administration site ECS Oxford Head Start site.
Hannah’s House
In San Diego on Park Boulevard
Three students may work here
Hannah’s House provides supervised visitation for children and their parents. At Hannah’s House,
non-custodial parents have the opportunity to spend time with their children under the supervision of
Hannah's House staff.
Students who work at Hannah’s House may participate in supervised visitations. Those twenty-one
years of age and older may conduct their own visitations and those under twenty-one will shadow
visitations or conduct exchanges (taking children from one parent to the other). Visitations take place
in the office or outside. Weekends during the day are the best times to work as there are several
visitations taking place. After the tentative assignment is made, the student volunteer needs to
schedule an initial orientation with their volunteer manager before they can decide if it is a good fit.
Afterwards, a routine schedule can be determined. Students need to submit proof of a negative TB test
and complete volunteer paperwork.
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Healthy Toddlers Care
Several students may work here
College Area
Healthy Toddlers Care is a family childcare center for children two months to five years of age.
Currently they have about 10 children. Students may volunteer for the morning (9am to 1pm) or
afternoon (1pm to 5 pm) shifts. The center is open between 6am to 6pm Monday through Friday.
Students must submit a TB test in order to volunteer. To learn more please visit
www.healthytoddlerscare.com
MAAC Head Start
North County
Up to 10 students may work here
MAAC Head Start has centers that provide part-day or full-day child development programs for
preschool children. They have 10 sites in Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, and the Pendleton base.
Students may choose to work in the morning or afternoon, but not during the nap-time. Student will
take direction from both the center director and the lead teacher in the classroom. Student would also
develop a plan in collaboration with the lead teacher and the center director for high quality
interactions with children each week. These could be specific teacher directed group activities or
assigned areas of the class to facilitate play. Students must submit proof of a negative TB test and a
background check may be required.
Re Spectrum Community
La Mesa
Several students may work here
Re Spectrum Community is a non-profit organization that provides therapeutic support to children,
adolescents, adults and their families. They work primarily with families and individuals impacted by
autism spectrum disorders, behavioral concerns, learning challenges, social skills difficulties,
developmental disabilities, and other like concerns. They are looking for volunteers to help with their
recreation program that includes soccer clinics and nature walks around east county (La Mesa area).
Students must submit proof of a negative TB test and a background check and some paper work may
be required before volunteering can start.
Saint Vincent Preschool
Mission Hills
Five students may work here
Students volunteering at Saint Vincent Preschool may assist in a kindergarten classroom serving
children 5-6 years of age, or in a preschool classroom serving children 2.5-5 years of age. Students
may work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (not during lunch). Duties include one-on-one
work with the children, assisting during circle times, assisting on the playground, and playing with the
children. Students may also design and implement their own lessons. Students must show proof of a
negative TB test.
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San Diego Youth Services (SDYS) Adoption Support Services Program
Four regions in the County: Point Loma, Chula Vista, Spring Valley, and Vista
Four students may work here
The SDYS Adoption Support Services Program provides a variety of valuable services to families who
have adopted or are in the process of adopting children who have come to their permanent placements
through the Child Welfare System (CWS). The program’s emphasis is on attachment and the use of
trauma informed care to address the developmental needs of parents and children. There are a number
of opportunities available to student volunteers who work with this program:
1. Friday movie nights that focus on a strength based social skills building model. These events are
held from 5:30pm to 9:30pm the first 4 Fridays of each month and rotate regions. The first Friday
is in Point Loma, the 2nd is in Chula Vista, the 3rd is in Spring Valley and the 4th is in Vista.
2. Monday night support groups are shortened versions of #1. The first Monday is in Spring Valley
and the 2nd is in Chula Vista (6:30pm to 8:30pm).
3. Mentor/tutor support is generally a one-on-one weekly session with child/teen. These sessions are
held “in-home,” at a library or at an after-school program. Times and days are flexible and
determined by the individual family and the student volunteer.
4. Family festivals are held twice yearly and specialized workshops are also held twice each year.
Student volunteers help facilitate the festivals (about 150-190 parents and children attend). Student
volunteers are also welcome to attend the two adoptions’ trainings as well as the many informative
trainings and workshops offered free of charge by SDYS.
SDYS Adoptions prefers a six-month commitment for the mentor/tutor program, but there is some
flexibility. For students who intern with this program there is a $35 fee for a required drug screen and
a fee for Livescan (about $15). Students also need to submit proof of a negative TB test and complete
volunteer paperwork. After providing 78 hours of volunteer service to the program, these fees will be
reimbursed when students present the original receipts to the program manager.
To learn more, read the information posted under “course documents” on Blackboard.
SDSU Child and Family Development Department Mentor Center
SDSU
A few students may work here
The CFD Department has a mentor center to assist our students. Students may work in the center as
mentors and as assistants in managing the center. Mentors will assist students with CFD coursework,
research, writing, etc. Mentors must be strong students (over 3.0 GPA and good writers) who have
been at SDSU for at least one year. Students may work in the center around their school schedules, but
the center is not open on the weekends.
Special Olympics
Mission Road
Several students may work here
Special Olympics is a year-round worldwide program of sports training and athletic competition for all
children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics is unique in that it provides for
competition at all levels of ability by assigning them to competition divisions based on both age and
actual performance. Even athletes in the lowest divisions may advance all the way to the World Finals.
The purpose of Special Olympics is to contribute to the physical, social and psychological
development of persons with intellectual disabilities. Through positive successful experiences in sport,
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they can gain confidence and self-mastery and start to build a self-image associated with success rather
than failure. Success on the playing field often has carry over value into the classroom, home, and
work place. Special Olympics offer different levels of volunteering with different time/background
requirements. There are no fees for background checks. A signed contract and some paper work are
required before volunteering can start. Below are possible duties:
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Coaching: Requires a weekly commitment to a practice site, Class A paperwork, Copy of Drivers’
License, Signed coaches code of conduct, and a Background Check.
Event Committee: Class A paperwork, Copy of Drivers’ License, Signed committee agreement,
and a Background Check
Games Management Team (GMT): Class A paperwork, Copy of Drivers’ License, and a
Background Check. They will provide training in the area interested.
Days of Volunteer: Events on April 12 and 26. Volunteers just need to register online for the
hours that would like to work that day.