CHILD DEVELOPMENT COURSE OUTLINE
Chanda Hansen 274-3366 ext. 119 (school)
Course Description:In the Child Development course, the student will address the practical problems related to understanding the types and stages of human growth and development, recognizing effects of heredity and environment on human growth and development, meeting the needs of exceptional children, promoting optimum growth and development in toddlers and preschoolers. Careers in Child/human development are explored. Students will operate a preschool within the class planning and initiating activities with 3-5 year olds.
Length: 18 weeks (1semester) ½ credit
Room: 119
Class Rules/Expectations
- Be in class everyday and on time. Turn in assignments on time.
- Be prepared to work, learn and enjoy class. Participate in class assignments.
- Respect yourself and others.
- No GUM, food or drink allowed in classroom except at designated times.
- All code of conduct in the handbook will be followed.
- Interact in a positive way with other classmates as group work is essential to Child Dev. class.
Class requirements
Students are expected to have the following for class:
*Paper, Pen or pencil
*Travel Drive
*3 ring binder to keep handouts and other documents for class/turn in later for grade
Writing requirements
Writing will be an important component of this class. Examples of writing assignments will include writing for portfolio (writing folder)-even though portfolio may be complete, open-response questions, on-demand writing, observations, evaluations of preschool lab, etc. Students will be encouraged to use webbing and/or four-column method for writing assignments. Grades will be assigned for prewriting, draft, and final copy on some prompts. Class notes will be taken during class time.
Attendance:
Attendance is very important in order to do well in this class. Make-up work should be turned in within one week of absence. (Late assignments will result in deduction of points).
Grade is determined with points on the following assignments:
Tests--100Writings--50Quizzes--50
Projects--100Homework--25Portfolio Writing--100
Preschool Operation--50/day Class Assignments--25
*Other evaluation measures and assignments may be given at the discretion of the teacher.
A=90-100%B=80-89%C=70-79%D=60-69%F=59% and below
All students will take comprehensive mid-terms and finals.
Topics
Types of growth and development
Effects of heredity and environment on growth and development
Stages of growth and development
Abuse/neglect
Toddler development
Preschooler development
Nutrition for children
Guidance techniques for dealing with misbehavior
Dealing with children's fears
Evaluating children's books
Play activities for the pre-school child
OPERATE PRESCHOOL
Fill out form below, tear on this line and return to Mrs. Hansen--homework assignment worth 50 points
Dear Parent or Guardian,
Your child and his/her education are very important to me. I hope the information concerning this course will be helpful in understanding its intent and purpose.
I have read the above guidelines for the Child Development class and discussed them with my child. I will support these and encourage my child ______to abide by the guidelines. If at any time you have questions or comments concerning your child's progress, please contact me at school any time with concerns about your child. I am looking forward to a rewarding educational year at OCHS.
Chanda Hansen
I have read the requirements and objectives for this course.
______(Student Name)
______(Student Signature)
______(Parent/Guardian's Signature)