COURSE SYLLABUS
Instructor: Ann Casstevens, M.Ed., L.P.C.
Department of Education
PO Box 9020 Tyler Junior College - Tyler Texas 75711
EMAIL: teca1354@yahoo.com
Infants, Children, and Adolescents
Laura E. Berk
Pearson/Allyn Bacon
ISBN 0=205-51138-4
Textbook
Reliable computer
Internet access
Microsoft Word application program
Power Point application program
Reliable email address
Self-discipline
INTRODUCTION
This course offers an orientation to the study of child growth and development from conception through adolescence. The focus is on the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains of development with emphasis on determining teacher roles, the preferred learning environment, and appropriate learning content for meeting individual differences and cultural diversities of young children. This is a required course for all education majors. Fifteen lab observation hours are required.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course in an introduction to child growth from conception through adolescent growth and development which serves as the foundation upon which practical work with children is based. The focus is on the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains of development with emphasis on determining teacher roles, the preferred learning environment, and appropriate learning content for meeting individual differences and cultural diversities of young children. This is a required course for all education majors. Regularly scheduled observations of children are required.
ON LINE PARTICIPATION
This course is offered on line, over the Internet. Assignments should be completed and successfully submitted, so that they are received by midnight of the day assigned (unless otherwise specified).
NOTE: Because this is an online course designed to give feedback on assignments to you directly via Internet, you are expected to complete your work via Internet. If you ever have problems transmitting your assignments to me, contact me immediately. There is no penalty for early submissions, but there will be one point per day deducted for assignments submitted late, no matter what the reason. Assignments will not be accepted after the due date of the next assignment except with instructors written permission. To avoid penalties, always plan to submit early giving you a chance to beat the deadline even with "technical difficulties."
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
1. Summarize principles of growth and development.
2. Summarize developmental stages in various domains.
3. Discuss theories of development.
4. Discuss the impact of developmental processes on early childhood practices.
5. Discuss types and techniques of observation.
6. Explain the importance of play.
7. Demonstrate skills in practical application of developmental principles and theories, observation techniques and recognition of growth and developmental patterns.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Completing the textbook reading assignments.
Completing any additional reading or activities assigned, either as part of the lectures or as part of the assignments.
Completing all assigned activities
Completing all tests/evaluation and a final examination.
Completing all assignments on time.
Attending all class meetings and arriving on time. There are no excused or unexcused absences.
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.