of each. Developmentally appropriate methods for guiding children and effective strategies and suggestions for facilitating positive social interactions. Strategies for preventing challenging behaviors through the use of environment, routines and schedule. Emphasis on helping children become self-responsible, competent, independent and cooperative learners; including families as part of the guidance approach. ECE 280 – Family and Community Collaboration (3) Examines involvement of families and communities from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds in early childhood programs. Information on collaborative relationships with families in early childhood settings. Families’ goals and desires for their children supported through culturally responsive strategies. ECE 293 – Topics in Family and Consumer Sciences (1-3) As announced. (May be repeated for credit). ECE 299 – Programmatic Capstone (1) In this course, students will demonstrate proficiency and attainment of the programmatic outcomes for their chosen field of study. This course must be successfully completed the final semester prior to graduation. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
ECO NO M I C S ( E C O N) ECON 200 – Survey of Economics (3) An introductory level course in economics designed for non-business majors. Emphasis is placed on understanding of how economic principles apply to domestic and global issues in today’s world. ECON 221 – Principles of Macroeconomics (NMCCNS ECON 2113) (3) Interrelationships involving inflation, unemployment, gross national product, taxes, government spending and the domestic and world monetary systems. ECON 222 – Principles of Microeconomics (NMCCNS ECON 2123) (3) Economics of resource allocation with applications to the current economic problems of poverty, agriculture, monopoly, labor unions and market structure.
EDUC AT I O N F O UNDAT IO NS (E DF ) EDF 110 – Communication for Educators (3) Strategies for communicating with students, parents, administrators and the community. Topics include professional writing, public speaking (interpersonal and small group) and diversity in communication styles in educational settings. NOTE: This course is a general education course within the English section. EDF 222 – Structured Observations of Teaching (3) Introduction to the study and practice of teaching. For students interested in pursuing a career in teaching. Includes early field experience in pre-collegiate teaching. Required for advance-
ment in the Teacher Education Program. Must be completed with grade of “C” or higher. Concurrent enrollment: EDF 222L. EDF 222L – Structured Observations of Teaching Laboratory (0) Students will be placed in K–12 public school settings. Concurrent enrollment: EDF 222. EDF 250 – Introduction to Online Course Design (3) Introduction to learning management systems, course design and to online teaching and learning. Includes structure and organization of online courses, design and implementation of online activities and assessments, and creation and moderation of effective online discussion. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor and administrative approval. Required for new ENMU-Ruidoso online instructors. EDF 268 – Workshop in Education Foundations (1-9) As announced. (May be repeated for a maximum of (6) in all education workshops). EDF 281 – Arts and Crafts for the Elementary Teacher (3) Application of techniques, methods, and materials of arts and crafts in the teaching of subject matter by the elementary classroom teacher. Additional art supplies will be required. EDF 289 – Internship (1-9) Students working in a related field may receive one credit per 60 hours of approved job experience. Job approval is determined by instructor/departmental review and course credit may require additional projects or assignments. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. EDF 293 – Topics in Education Foundations (1-9) As announced. (May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor and administrative approval). EDF 299 – Programmatic Capstone (1) In this course, students will demonstrate proficiency and attainment of the programmatic outcomes for their chosen field of study. This course must be successfully completed the final semester prior to graduation. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
EMERGENC Y MED I C AL SERVI C ES (E M S) EMS 100 – HeartSaver/CPR First Aid (1) The HeartSaver First Aid course teaches rescuers to effectively recognize and treat adult emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency medical services personnel arrive. The course also provides a health and safety training solution for first aid, adult and pediatric CPR and AED. EMS 101 – Basic Life Support Provider (CPR) (1) Covers the principles and techniques of basic cardiac life support, prudent living, risk factors and action for survival. Students will also acquire skills in airway and breathing management using adjuncts, an automatic defibrillator and initial management of life threatening situations. Upon completion, students are eligible for Basic Life Support Certification by the American Heart ENMU-Ruidoso Branch Community College | 63