Welcome to TECA 1318
Ann Casstevens M.Ed., L.P.C
PO Box 9020 - Tyler Junior College - Tyler, Texas 75711
Office: Jenkins Hall J159
Welcome to Wellness of the Young Child (TECA 1318)! This course is the factors that impact the well-being of the young child. By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all the listed learning objectives.
This course is a study of the factors that impact the well-being of the young child, including healthy behavior, food, nutrition, fitness, and safety practices, and focuses on local and national standards and legal implications of relevant policies and regulations.
FIELD BASE EXPERIENCE: The course includes a required 16 contact hour field experience.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
1. Understand concepts that are listed for each chapter and apply them to the field of education.
2. Read and comprehend assigned reading material, demonstrating the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of materials.
3. Write in an intelligent and informative manner, demonstrating the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience.
4. Think critically in analyzing information, demonstrating the ability to evaluate arguments and to construct alternative strategies.
5. Display increasing computer literacy, demonstrating the ability to use computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information.
In addition to the specific course requirements described in your syllabus, the education department requires a 16-hour Field Base Experience. Many of these requirements have specific due dates that must be met.
TEXTBOOK:
Required:
Health, Safety, and Nutrition, 6th edition
Marotz, Cross, & Rush
Delmar Publishing
ISBN 140183700X
COURSE INFORMATION
The course grade is based on study guide, 16 hour internship with prompts and final report, course project, eight (7) video reviews, and a final.
WHAT WILL STUDENTS DO IN THIS COURSE THIS SEMESTER
1. Participate in the course by submitting assignments on time.
2. Read all the textbook.
3. Complete a 16 hour internship and submit assigned prompts.
4. Complete written assignments and submit them on time.
5. Online students will complete and submit five Web Activities.
On-campus students will produce two projects and presentations.
6. Memorize definitions to all terms assigned.
7. Master objectives for the course.
8. Pass all assessments and final exam.
9. Write a series of assigned papers appropriate to the course.
10. Complete any other assignments the instructor deems important to the subject matter.
GRADES
WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR GRADE
If assignments are submitted by the due date and are not up to the instructor's expectations, the assignment may be returned for revision at the discretion of the instructor.
Most assessments are open book unless otherwise noted.
ON CAMPUS STUDENTS: Attendance is a major part of your grade. There are no excused or unexcused absences. The difference between an A or a B, passing or failing, may be determined by class participation. If you are not in attendance, you are not participating. When you are absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email or in writing the reason for that absence. This will help document attendance. You are expected to Sign In at each class meeting.
Correct grammar usage will be considered in your grade. Rules for correct usage are available on this web page. Go to the Table of Contents to click on that link. TJC provides a Writing Lab for help with your writing skills. Use it if necessary.
If you consistently refuse to improve any grammar errors, this will adversely affect your grade. It is important that educators have good communication skills. Remember, you are held to a higher standard of behavior and performance.
REMEMBER: YOU DETERMINE THE GRADE YOU MAKE BY THE AMOUNT OF EFFORT YOU ARE WILLING TO INVEST IN THIS COURSE.