Syllabus

CHILD 300

Course Overview

An in-depth study of the child from conception to three years of age will be explored. Students will become familiar with various theoretical perspectives in each of the developmental domains of infancy and toddlerhood. We'll explore the typical and atypical development of infants and toddlers including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains of development. We will closely investigate the role infant/toddler temperament, personality, and social/emotional development has on relationships. Finally, we will explore the influence of mothers and fathers; and the parenting/teaching techniques that are most appropriate for infants and toddlers.

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Course Outcomes

  1. Discuss how child developmental theories have influenced thinking, research, and practices among professional educators and caregivers.
  2. Explain how genetic and environmental factors affect the embryo and fetus during the different period of prenatal development.
  3. Explain how knowledge of the birth process may be applied to the different methods used in delivering babies.
  4. Discuss how knowledge of infant's physical, perceptual, and cognitive development can be used to encourage appropriate holistic development.
  5. Describe the biological and environmental influences on the processes of social and emotional development of the infant from birth to three years of age.
  6. Develop proficiency and experience at implementing the HOME assessment with infants and toddlers in their home settings.

NOTE

Because of the nature of the subject matter of this course, you will be exposed to issues which deal with reproduction openly and sometimes graphically. It is important that discussions and class interactions be conducted in a positive and professional manner as we address important, yet sometimes sensitive subjects.

Course Materials

Berk, L. E., (2012). Infants, Children, and Adolescents (7th ed.). Pearson Allyn and Bacon. Boston, MA. . ISBN: 978-0205718160.

Crain, W. (2011). Theories of development: Concepts and Application (6th ed.). Pearson Prentice Hall. Upper Saddle River, NJ. ISBN: 978-0205810468.

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Student Issues

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Honor & Integrity

Grades

Exams - 32%

17 Reading Checks (5-10 pts) - 140

5 Exams (30-40 pts) - 145

HOME Proficiency Test - 30

Subtotal: 315

Assignments - 68%

9 Article/Ch. Summaries (5-10 pts) - 160

5 Videos (10 pts) - 50

8 Theory Notebook Entries (10 pts) - 80

15 Assign. to Instructor (5-10 pts) - 105

13 Discussion Boards (5-15 pts) - 170

Perspective Paper (90 pts) - 90

Reflection Paper - 10

Bonus - 10

Subtotal: 680

Grand Total: 995

Letter grades will be dispersed based of the following distribution.

A (94 -100.0%) B- (80 - 82.9%) D+ (67 - 69.9%)

A- (90 - 93.9%) C+ (77 - 79.9%) D (63 - 66.9%)

B+ (87 - 89.9%) C (73 - 76.9%) D- (60 - 62.9%)

B (83 - 86.9%) C- (70 - 72.9%) F ( 0 - 59.9%)

Exams

Exams & Reading Checks

There will be 5 exams given over the course of the semester worth approximately 30 points each. Exams will cover the material discussed in both textbooks and class discussion; and test will be offered in multiple choice and fill in the blank format. In addition, reading checks (multiple choice questions) will assess of your understanding of the chapter information (reading checks will be administered on I-learn). You will have two chances at each reading check quiz, with your highest score counting as your final grade.

HOME Observation Assessments

You will read the HOME environment rating booklet to develop an understanding of these assessments. After reading and viewing the training videos, you will take HOME proficiency exams. A proficiency test means that the HOME exam will be retaken until each student is proficient (85%) with the information. If you pass each exam on your first attempt you will receive full points; otherwise, you'll need to retake the exam, and the highest score you can receive is 85%. Once you are proficient, you (or teams of two) will observe 2 infant/toddlers (over 4 months, less than 3 years, and at least 6-8 months apart in age) and conduct the HOME. Students must obtain parental permission (inform the parents that you are just practicing.)

Assignments

Article / Chapter Summaries

Throughout the course of the semester you will read additional readings outside of the assigned textbooks. Most assignments ask that you summarize the main points of the article or chapter. You will be asked to submit your summaries to your instructor.

Videos

You will watch a five part Baby Human videos series during the semester. Record your notes and submit them to your instructor. Exams may ask for examples from the videos.

Theory Reflections Notebook (TRN)

As you read the Crain book, you will summarize the biography of the theorist; then, in bullet form, describe the concepts and principles outlined in the assigned chapters. Record your notes and submit them to your instructor.

Assignments to Instructor / Discussion Boards

Several times during the semester, as part of your reading, you will be asked to response to questions. Some of your responses will be submitted to your instructor, but more often, you will submit your responses to discussion boards and interact with peers in the class. Most discussion board assignments will ask you to submit your ideas, and then, in turn, response to two other classmate ideas.

Personal Perspective Paper

Using theory and research (textbook, TRNs, articles), videos examples, and observations as primary sources, discuss how these evidences support the core concepts select 4 from the first 5 concepts (1-5), and then select 2 of the remaining (5-10), for a total of 6 core concepts) as you write a perspective paper on infant/toddler development. You will submit a paper (6-8 pages, excluding the title and reference page) for evaluation Paper criteria below: