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ECFS 200 Introduction to Early Childhood and Family Studies (3) I&S Joseph, Sandall
Explores current practices, programs, and research in the field of early childhood and family studies. Topics include: child development, early childhood education, parenting and family support, mental health, poverty, and other risk factors. Offered: AW.
ECFS 301 Early Childhood Curriculum (5) I&S Joseph, Sandall
Focuses on the developmental foundations and theoretical and researched-based models of early childhood curriculum. Studies approaches to designing, organizing, and implementing early learning programs for young children. Studies curricular content and methods for supporting children's learning and development in the areas of physical development; social and emotional development; approaches to learning; cognition; and language and early literacy. Offered: W.
ECFS 302 Survey of Infant and Children at Risk (5) I&S Sandall
Provides a survey of risk factors that can affect early childhood development, including prenatal and neonatal factors, and social/societal influences. Emphasizes understanding how risk factors can impact social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. Includes research-based principles and approaches to child guidance. Offered: Sp.
ECFS 303 Service Learning and Research I (3) Sandall
First of a three-quarter experience to provide students with opportunities in community-based early childhood or family support settings. Includes a field experience and a once-a-week seminar. The seminar ties together research and practice demonstrating how research informs evidence-based decision-making in programs and services for young children and families. Offered: A.
ECFS 304 Service Learning and Research II (1-5, max. 5) Joseph, Sandall
Second of a three-quarter experience to provide students with opportunities in community-based early childhood or family support settings. Includes a field experience and a once-a-week seminar. The seminar ties together research and practice demonstrating how research informs evidence-based decision-making in programs and services for young children and families. Credit no-credit only. Offered: W.
ECFS 305 Service Learning and Research III (1-5, max. 5) Jegatheesan, Sandall
Third of a three-quarter experience to provide students with opportunities in community-based early childhood or family support settings. Includes a field experience and a once-a-week seminar. The seminar ties together research and practice demonstrating how research informs evidence-based decision-making in programs and services for young children and families. Credit no-credit only. Offered: Sp.
ECFS 311 Teaching from the Inside Out: Being a Resilient Educator (3) I&S
Equips students with skills and strategies to optimize their effectiveness as early childhood educators. Students learn how to be as healthy as possible; possess the confidence to manage stressful situations; connect effectively with others; and focus on the positive aspects of life.
ECFS 399 Current Issues and Trends in Early Childhood and Family Studies (3-5, max. 10) I&S Jegathessen, Joseph, Sandall
Explores current theory, research, policy, and practice in early childhood and family studies. Offered: AWSpS.
Instructor Course Description:
Gail Joseph
ECFS 400 Child Observation and Assessment (5) I&S Joseph
Focuses on observation and other methods used to study and understand young children in the context of families and society. Develops observation skills in order to understand children's behavior in learning environments. Examines various approaches to and purposes for assessment of young children and documentation of their development and learning. Explores approaches to assessing early learning environments. Offered: A.
ECFS 401 Understanding Early Childhood and Family Studies Research (3) I&S, QSR Jegatheesaean
Focuses on the kinds of knowledge, ways of knowing, and modes of inquiry relevant to early childhood and family studies. Through identifying and reviewing substantive research in their areas of interest, students locate ideas for inquiry within the research literature in early childhood and family studies. Offered: A.
ECFS 402 Social Policy and Young Children and Families (5) I&S Joseph, Sandall
Seeks to deepen understanding of contemporary social issues and problems that impact families and young children. Discusses legislation and other policies form a local, national, and global perspective. Explores the complex web of social, private, and governmental organization that impact families and young children. Offered: W.
ECFS 454 Advanced Service Learning and Research I (3) Sandall
First of a three-quarter sequence leading to the completion and presentation of the senior project during spring quarter. Provides advanced opportunities to integrate theory and practice in community-based early childhood or family support programs and research settings. Includes a weekly seminar to reflect on and expand on applied experiences. Offered: A.
ECFS 455 Advanced Service Learning and Research II (3) Sandall
Second of a three-quarter sequence leading to the completion and presentation of the senior project during spring quarter. Provides advanced opportunities to integrate theory and practice in community-based early childhood or family support programs and research settings. Includes a weekly seminar to reflect on and expand on applied experiences. Offered: W.
ECFS 456 Senior Project (3) Sandall
Third of a three-quarter sequence leading to the completion and presentation of the senior project during spring quarter. Provides advanced opportunities to integrate theory and practice in community-based learning and research experience continues during the quarter. Offered: Sp.
ECFS 495 Advanced Seminar in Early Childhood and Family Studies (3, max. 9) Jegathessen, Joseph, Sandall
Addresses current topics and critical issues in the field of early childhood and family studies in an advanced seminar format. Offered: AWSp.
ECFS 499 Undergraduate Research (1-5, max. 5) Clevenger-Bright, Hertzog, Jegatheeson, Joseph, Sandall
Students conducting this research produce a report or a paper setting forth the results of their investigation which should be regarded as a basic part of the independent study plan. Credit/no credit only. Offered: AWSpS.
