Early childhood education any type of educational program that serves children in their preschool years, before they are old enough to enter kindergarten. Early childhood education may consist of any number of activities and experiences designed to aid in the cognitive and social development of preschoolers before they enter elementary school. Cornerstone Christian University studies examine children from birth through kindergarten.
Course image RCH 208: Introduction to Research Writing
Early Childhood Education
Introduction to Research writing introduces students to the writing and research process as well as gives them the tool to prepare quality research papers or projects
Course image Observation, Interpretation, Assessment and Portfolio Documentation
Early Childhood Education
Students will work in approved Early Childhood Education (ECE) settings for children in infant/toddler care, preschool, or kindergarten under the supervision of early childhood Cooperating Teachers. Students will conduct an in-depth child study over the course of the 105 hours that they will spend at their practicum site during the semester. They will become "students of childhood" as they learn how to interpret and assess their observations of children in the seminar class. Students will create and manage a portfolio for a child.
They will use portfolio information to generate invitations to learning and implement child-centered curriculum. They will make children's learning visible through learning story documentations and incorporate their own wondering as teachers. Their observations will be summarized in narratives outlining the children's growth in the various developmental domains. All of this will be used to plan and carry out two parent conferences. Video-capturing of practicum students in the action of teaching will be required.
Course image Early Childhood Leadership
Early Childhood Education
Course Description
This course explores the role of the early childhood professional in the workplace. Topics to be discussed include leadership, working in a team, and professional ethics. Students will develop a resume and create a Professional Portfolio that can be used for interview purposes. Emphasis will be placed on the role of ongoing professional development activities and involvement in the early childhood field through participation in varying boards and meetings around topics specific to the field
Course image Child Care Business Management
Early Childhood Education
Course Description
This course will review the fundamentals of sound business practices as they relate to the running of a successful Family Child Care business. Emphasis will be on designing of business plans, budgeting, insurance, effective business policies, contracts, pricing, marketing, customer relations, purchasing, financial, legal and licensing regulations and reports, small business management and related record keeping
Course image Guidance and Classroom Management methods for Early Childhood Classroom
Early Childhood Education
Guidance and Classroom Management methods for Early Childhood Classroom Course Description (3 credits)
This course is an overview of developmentally appropriate, effective guidance and
classroom management techniques for the teacher of young children. A positive, pro-active approach is stressed in this course
Course image Working with Children with Special needs
Early Childhood Education
Course Description (3 credits)
Covers early intervention and early childhood special education including disability characteristics, environmental and curricular adaptation, instructional strategies, and legislative mandates. Explores inclusion of children with diverse and special needs in early care and education settings, including the role of families in early intervention services
Course image Math & Science Skills in the Early Childhood Classroom
Early Childhood Education
Course Description (3 credits)
This course will give the ECE student the skills to Integrate math and science concepts in everyday activities enhances cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, and thus their overall growth. Skills and concepts that children learn while they are young will expand as they gain experience and knowledge over time.
Course image the Learning Environment & Play
Early Childhood Education
Course Description (3 credits)
Play is a legitimate right of childhood, representing a crucial aspect of children’s physical, intellectual and social development. This topic will help you understand the benefits of play and how to set up an age-appropriate learning environment that promotes learning through play
Course image Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education
Course Description (3 credits)
Introduction to the field of Early Childhood Education including history, philosophy, and the application of child development techniques. Includes techniques for observing and recording behaviors, communication skills, guidance techniques, developmentally appropriate practices and the role of the teacher in early childhood settings.
Course image Music and Movement
Early Childhood Education
Course Description (3 credits)
Music is a vibrant part of human culture and has always played a prominent role in early childhood programs. In this course you will build your knowledge and skills in pedagogical concepts related to music and movement and explore the enriching role of music and movement in the life of the developing child.
Course image Curriculum Development for the Early Childhood Classroom
Early Childhood Education
Curriculum Development for the Early Childhood Classroom (3 credits)
Early childhood curriculum is an introduction to methods and materials to assist preschool children in the learning process. ... Locating, planning, implementing and evaluating creative learning activities using a variety of methods and materials.
Course image Health Safety and Nutrition
Early Childhood Education
Curse Description (3 credits)
This course provides an overview of the health, safety and nutritional needs of young children
and early childhood practices to ensure the health and well-being of each child in a group setting.
Content includes roles and responsibilities of adults in meeting children’s diverse needs, the
promotion of healthy life style practices, understanding common childhood illnesses and injuries,
meeting health, nutrition and safety standards, and planning nutritious meals that are appropriate
for each child.
Course image Introduction to Child Growth & Development
Early Childhood Education
Course Description (3 credits)
This course will examine Child growth and development in the the following areas (physical, emotional, social and cognitive factors of growth and development of children from birth through adolescence) . Topics covered include principles, stages and theories of growth and development.