Early Childhood Education

(HP) Emphasizes the specific skills needed to perform works representative of a variety of periods ranging from classical Greek theater to Shakespeare to contemporary texts. Coursework includes class discussion, exercises and scene work, culminating in an acting showcase. Introduces stage combat and swordplay techniques. May be repeated one time for credit.

(HP) Techniques and practices to increase confidence and creativity in performance. Through practical application, emphasizes team building fundamentals key to improvisation and the basic structure and format of a comic sketch.

Supervised work experience as an intern. May be with a qualified employer or in a project with a private or public agency. Students must have completed most of the required coursework and must obtain a recommendation for internship from their instructor. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the internship. Performance will be evaluated by the college instructor and the internship supervisor. Internship can apply once to AFA degree electives. May be repeated two times for credit. Prerequisites: Instructor permission.

Early Childhood Education (ECE) is an educational program for students planning to work with young children in a variety of settings, including preschools, child care centers, family child care and public schools. ECE courses are offered fully online with the exception of the hybrid (part online/part classroom) courses. Selected courses in the Education Department also fulfill program requirements for the ECE degree and certificate. Program options include an Early Childhood Education Certificate, an Associate in Technical Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education and an Associate in Arts and Sciences Degree - DTA (which is transferable to fouryear colleges or universities). In addition to the Student Core Learning Outcomes, the Program Specific Outcomes include: • Subject Matter Knowledge: Students will gain sound knowledge of the central concepts, foundational theories and intellectual frameworks of education and teaching—approaches to guidance and discipline, constructivist learning principles, the role of family and communities—and develop the capability to relate each area of knowledge to another. • Professional and Personal Attitudes: Students will be introduced to a variety of educational philosophies, attitudes and approaches in order to understand issues of professional teaching standards—what it means to be a competent and ethical teacher in a democratic society—and to develop a personal and lifelong commitment to knowledge, to the continuing pursuit of questions, and to a willingness to take risks. • Instructional Strategies and Skills: Students will understand curriculum as a process—including learning goals and objectives, sequences of content, multiple instructional strategies and formal and informal assessment—through classroom observations and the development of instructional lessons that address individual learner needs and styles. • Human Development and Learning: Students will be introduced to a variety of perspectives on human development and learning that support the diverse cognitive, psychological, and social needs of learners; and will understand the role of positive learning environments and effective relationships with learners. Contact the ECE Department for further information or check the Everett Community College website at www.everettcc.edu Faculty in ECE can be contacted at 425-388-9301.

Study of the current practices for establishing and operating family child care homes. Focuses on licensing, scheduling, budgeting, record keeping, administration policy, educational activities, equipment, and staff/parent relationships.

Laboratory experience to enable the student to deepen their personal and professional skills and practical knowledge in working with young children. Students will be placed in an early childhood educational setting under the guidance of a faculty member. Prerequisites: ECED& 160, ECED& 170, ECED& 180 and instructor permission

Examines functional and atypical family systems and the impact on the young child. Explores methods that enhance learning by providing consistency and support to children in childcare, preschool, or school settings. Assists teachers of young children in finding effective ways of communicating with parents and connecting with appropriate community resources. This course has laboratory requirements. Prerequisites: EDUC& 115 and either ECED& 105 or EDUC& 202

Curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation for family child care programs. Emphasis on developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant practices in working with young children.

Focus on programs for children ages five through age twelve and their after-school needs. Family issues, health and safety, program and activity planning and children’s individual needs are covered in the context of providing developmentally appropriate school-age programs. This course includes laboratory requirement.

(D) Examines family culture, stages of social development and development of self-concept in young children. Exploration of family as a foundation for social learning; considers culture, bias and stereotyping as issues having impact on young children.

Attendance of annual early childhood conference presenting focus workshops. Areas and issues covered are developmentally appropriate practices, children with special learning needs, language/literacy issues, math/science/music concepts, health/safety practices, and diversity issues. Prerequisites: Instructor permission.

Hands-on exploration of Math and Science curriculum appropriate for young children. Recommended for Elementary Education majors. This course has laboratory requirements. Prerequisites: ECED& 160 or instructor permission

The study of storytelling and art to meet the developmental domains of young children. Critical components of best practices in early childhood curriculum explored using art techniques and oral storytelling. Students will investigate theory, curriculum, appropriate language, cultural and diversity integration in regards to open-ended art processes and creative development through stories for young children. This course has laboratory requirements. Prerequisites: EDUC& 115D and either ECED& 105 or EDUC& 202