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Syllabus

ECS 151: ECE Curriculum: Math, Science, Technology

Summer 2023 | 3 Credits | Hybrid 

ECS 151 Syllabus.docx

Please click the link above to access and review the syllabus for this course. The following infomation is supplemental and is not intended to be the complete or official syllabus for this course. 

Instructor Contact Information 

Instructor: Sally Lockhart
 Office Location: Building 10 Room 125
Email: sally.lockhart@cptc.edu
Office Hour: By appointment

 

Course Details

Explore the different aspects of the Early Childhood curriculum in math, science, and technology. A portion of this class will involve creating activities to use with children.

 

First day of quarter: 7/3/2023

This class is a hybrid class, designed to meet the needs of and consider students’ schedules and commitments outside of school. There are four asynchronous weeks, two mandatory zoom class meetings, and two mandatory in person meetings. You will receive participation points for attending zoom and in person classes. Not attending zoom and/or in person classes could result in a failing grade. Use the zoom link provided on the class home page in canvas for all zoom class meetings.

 

Week of July 3rd: Zoom class on Wednesday, July 5th from 6pm – 8pm.

 

Week of July 10th: Asynchronous

 

Week of July 17th: In person in building 10 room 111 from 6pm - 9pm on Wednesday July 19th 

 

Week of July 26th: Asynchronous

 

Week of July 31st: Zoom class on Wednesday August 2nd from 6pm – 8pm.

 

Week of August 7th: Asynchronous

 

Week of August 14th: In person in building 10 room 111 from 6pm – 9pm on Wednesday August 16th 

 

Week of August 21st: Asynchronous

 

Last day of quarter: 8/23/23

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Contact & Communication Plan

Please communicate any emergencies, needs, or problems as they arise as this allows ample time to plan and make any necessary accommodations. If you are absent from a zoom class or an in person class, participation points cannot be made up. CANVAS messaging is the preferred way to communicate. I will respond to CANVAS messages within 24 hours Monday through Friday. You can expect slower response times during weekends and holidays. 

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Learning Outcomes

Degree Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the degree, the student will be able to:

  1. Core of Knowledge (COK): Demonstrate a basic knowledge of each of the distribution areas (Written Communication, Humanities, Quantitative Skills, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences) or, as applicable, specific professional/technical content, and program-level content and apply this knowledge to academic endeavors.
  2. Communication (COM): Listen, speak, read, and write effectively and use nonverbal and technological means to make connections between self and others.
  3. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving (CRT): Compare, analyze and evaluate information and ideas to solve problems.
  4. Information & Information Technology (IIT): Locate, evaluate, retrieve and ethically use relevant and current information of appropriate authority for academic or, as applicable, specific professional/ technical applications.
  5. Intercultural Collaboration & Diversity (ICD): Demonstrate successful application of an interdependent, diverse, and multicultural worldview through collaborative engagement.
  6. Responsibility & Ethics (RES): Demonstrate an understanding of what constitutes responsible and ethical behavior toward individuals, the community, and the environment.

Program Learning Outcomes  

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: 

  • Utilize child development theories to promote optimum learning outcomes for children. 
  • Build family and community relationships in an inclusive learning environment. 
  • Use observation techniques, assessment tools, documentation, and planning procedures for all learners. 
  • Implement a developmentally appropriate assessment cycle which plans for the needs of each child. 
  • Apply developmentally and culturally appropriate teaching and guidance  in theories, principles, and practices in an early childhood setting. 
  • Create curriculum content to foster optimum growth and development of learners. 
  • Demonstrate professional standards related to early childhood best practice. 

Course Learning Outcomes             

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:

1.                   

List and apply the principles of science in an early childhood environment.

2.                   

List and apply the components of the Scientific Method in an early childhood environment.

3.                   

Describe the role of the early childhood teacher in teaching science, math, and technology to children.

4.                   

Research and list appropriate web sites/software for young children’s science and math curriculum.

5.                   

List science and math developmental skills.

6.                   

Create developmentally appropriate activities in science and math.

7.                   

Design developmentally appropriate learning centers that support math, science, and technology experiences.

8.                   

Describe appropriate software for children.

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Textbooks & Supplemental Materials

  1. Copley, Juanita V. (2nd Edition). The Young Child and Mathematics
  2. Chaille, Christine and McCormick Davis, Sara. (1st Edition). Integrating Math and Science in Early Childhood Classrooms Through Big Ideas.

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Technology

When completing assignments, it is recommended that you work offline to create a word document that can be uploaded and submitted. 

When completing video assignments, it is recommended that you use the recording feature through CANVAS instead of uploading video from an external device. 

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Class Participation

Attendance is mandatory. Zoom and in class participation points cannot be made up. Absences will not be excused. Please plan to arrive on time and stay the entire class time. Being absent from zoom or in person classes could result in a failing grade. 

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Acceptable Behavior

As a student at Clover Park Technical College, you have agreed to abide by the student code of conduct. The CPTC Student Code of Conduct can be found on the CPTC website.

Code of Student Conduct | Clover Park Technical College (cptc.edu)

Even in an online setting, it is expected that you will conduct yourself in a respectful manner. Balancing your time as a student with the rest of your life (work, family, etc.), can be very trying. It is easy to get frustrated, especially in an online environment, but I want to emphasize the importance of respecting diversity and being pro-active and responsible for yourself, your words, and your actions. My primary goal is to support you as you take responsibility for your education, so please communicate and do so with kindness. The general idea of "treat others the way you want to be treated" along with our outlined code of conduct, is something I take very seriously and will be very explicit about throughout the quarter.

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General Expectations

Treat yourself and others with respect.

Arrive on time and stay for the entire class period.

Turn your camera on during zoom classes. Be ready by setting up your workspace beforehand with the materials and supplies you need, and minimize possible distractions. 

Communicate needs, emergencies, and problems as they arise with your instructor.

Be aware of assignment due dates on CANVAS.

Be a cooperative and productive member of group work or online discussions.

Be a respectful member of class by turning off cell phones and minimizing other distractions during zoom classes and in person classes. Absolutely no driving, cooking, or entertaining guests during zoom classes.

Arrange childcare for children in your care, as they are not permitted to attend classes.

Turn in homework by the due date for full credit. Homework should be typed and of college quality.

Maintain a ‘C’ grade or better.

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How to Succeed In This Class

Check CANVAS often for messages from your instructor and to be aware of homework due dates. 

Communicate often with your instructor if you are experiencing any problems. 

Attend all zoom and in person classes. 

Ask questions. 

Participate in group discussions. 

Acknowledge other's perspectives, ideas, and thought as valid. 

Pay attention to your sleep habits and nutrition. Being tired and/or hungry can sabotage your success. 

Pay attention to your stress level and mental health. Ask for help, guidance, or support. It is completely confidential. Mental health counselors are available at no cost to students. 

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Access and Accommodations

Your access in the learning environment is important to me. If you have already established disability accommodations with the Disability Resources for Students (DRS) office, please communicate your approved accommodations to me at your earliest convenience so we can discuss your needs in this course. You can request that DRS email your Letter of Accommodation to me, or you can provide me with printed copies.

If you have a disability or health condition that may benefit from accommodations to ensure access and support success in this course—and have not yet established services, please contact DRS (253) 589-5767 or disabilityresources@cptc.edu. 

DRS offers resources and coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and/or temporary health conditions. Services are established through an interactive process that begins with an intake appointment. DRS is located in Building 17.

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Learning Resource Center 

CPTC's Learning Resource Center (LRC) offers access to a range of research materials including books, e-books, DVDs/CDs, and subscription databases that carry thousands of publications covering a wide range of disciplines. The faculty librarians offer research support for all students, of all levels of research experience.  Students have access to free online or in person tutoring. There is also a computer lab and CANVAS support/help.                  (253) 589-5544. cptclibrary@cptc.edu. 

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Student Resources 

Workforce Development offers specialized training, funding, and student support to build the foundation for a competitive workforce by responding to business/industry and community needs.

 (253) 589-4311 WFD_Eligibility@cptc.edu 

Workforce Development helps with:
  • Advising and Counseling services
  • One-on-one financial counseling
  • Employment support with WorkSource Services
  • Short-term training courses through Workforce Education
  • Funding programs to support students while receiving their education

CPTC Food Pantry 

The Department of Student Life (253) 589-5780 involvement@cptc.edu operates a student Food Pantry as an initiative of the Student Leadership & Service Center (SLSC) which currently registered students can utilize one time per month. Supplemental funding for the food pantry is provided by the student & activities fee that all CPTC students pay at time of registration.

Operating Hours 

  • Tuesday-Wednesday
    • 10am -2pm
  • Thursday
    • 1pm - 4pm 

Veterans Services 

Most programs offered by Clover Park Technical College (CPTC) are fully approved for benefits under the following Veterans Administration regulations:

(253) 589-5581 vaoffice@cptc.edu

Security 

(253) 589-5682  campus.security@cptc.edu

 

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College Closure and Class Cancellation

Should the CPTC campus close for weather or other extenuating circumstance, you should not come to campus. Generally, the expectation is that you will turn in work the next time your classes meet. (However, you are still expected to turn in work on time for this class online!) If any face-to-face class is cancelled, an email is sent if time allows, and a note is posted on the classroom door. Sign up for CPTC's alert system to recieve notifications regarding campus closures or late starts.  https://www.getrave.com/login/cptc

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Academic Dishonesty

It is the official policy of Clover Park Technical College that cheating, plagiarism, fabrication, and other forms of academic misconduct are grounds for disciplinary action under the Code of Student Conduct. The student accused of academic dishonesty may be reported to the office of the Vice President of Students Success for initiation of disciplinary proceedings which could result in disciplinary sanctions ranging from a warning to expulsion from the College. Definitions of academic dishonesty and descriptions of the hearing and appeal process are included in the Clover Park Technical College Administrative Procedure for Academic Dishonesty, available in all administrative offices.

Forms of plagiarism will be dealt with initially as an opportunity for individual or group instruction as appropriate. Continued or deliberate plagiarism may result in a 0 (zero) score given to that work.

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Course Summary:

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