• EDEC 1205: CDA PORTFOLIO AND OBSERVATION

  2.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  After the completion of 120 hours of formal training, candidates for the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) are required to have a minimum of three hours of formal classroom observation and create a Professional Resource File. Class Assignments, discussions, and activities will be used to create the resource file. Observations will be coordinated by the instructor in the appropriate setting for the credential being sought. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020, EDEC 1200, and FCSC 2131, or documentation of equivalent 120 hours of formal training with current employment in a childcare/preschool setting. (2 lect.)
  ShareEDEC 1205 - CDA PORTFOLIO AND OBSERVATION

• EDEC 1225: INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING

  2.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course is intended for students who are interested in working in the field of education. It provides an overview of the different aspects of teaching. The teacher certification process, strategies for successful completion of the teacher education program, job opportunities in education and the creation of an electronic portfolio. (2 lect.)
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• EDEC 1300: CURRICULUM PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

  2.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course will examine appropriate curriculum and instructional practices for children from birth through age eight. Other areas of examination will be positive and supportive relationships with parents and communities, integrated goals, and a physically and psychologically safe and healthy learning environment. Prerequisite: Completion of EDEC 1020. (2 lect.)
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• EDEC 1305: CURRICULUM PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN LAB

  1.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This field experience course provides opportunities for supervised teaching experiences in an approved early childhood education center. Students will plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum activities. A current Wyoming substitute teaching permit or approved background check is needed before placement in a classroom. See instructor for appropriate forms and required fee. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020 and completion of or concurrent enrollment in EDEC 1300. (2 lab)
  ShareEDEC 1305 - CURRICULUM PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN LAB

• EDEC 2000: ENGAGING FAMILIES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SETTINGS

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  The student will focus on the philosophical, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of working with families and children in early childhood educational, home, and community settings. (3 lect.)
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• EDEC 2122: CHILD DEVELOPMENT LAB

  1.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course serves as a link between child development theory and its application. Students will observe and analyze child growth and delelopment in children from birth to six years of age. A current Wyoming substitute permit or completed background checks by the Department of Family Services ($) and Sheriff's Department are needed before placement in a classroom. Prerequisites: Completion of PSYC 1000 and PSYC 2300. Concurrent enrollment in PSYC 2300 is permitted. (2 lab)
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• EDEC 2200: EARLY CHILDHOOD PRACTICUM

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  The student will gain intensive, supervised teaching experience in an early childhood education setting. The focus will be on developing skills for the care and education of young children, developing a portfolio, plus increasing awareness of administrative skills and current issues in the field. During the semester, the student is required to work/volunteer a total of 60 hours in a directed field experience at an instructor-approved site. A current Wyoming substitute teaching permit or completed approved background check is needed before placement in a classroom. See instructor on appropriate forms and required fee. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1100, EDEC 1300, and EDEC 1305 or instructor's permission. (1 lect., 4 lab.)
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• EDEC 2470: ENDORSEMENT PRACTICUM

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  This course is a practicum experience in an education setting. The focus will be on developing a portfolio, increasing awareness of growth and development, teaching strategies, academic content, and classroom management. The course includes an online component of coursework and discussions. (2 lect., 1 lab)
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• EDEC 3220: SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  The student will develop skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating developmentally appropriate experiences to encourage intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and creative growth in young children with the focus on the role of learning environments, materials, and play in supporting the teaching and learning process. Prerequisites: Completion of EDEC 1020, and completion of either FCSC 2121 or both PSYC 2300 and FCSC 2122. (3 lect.)
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• EDEC 4230: CREATING CURRICULUM FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

  3.00 Credits

  Central Wyoming College

  
  In this course the student will compare curriculum options that are developmentally appropriate for young children with special needs. Completion of EDEC 1300, EDEC 1305, and EDEX 3340. (3 lect.)
  ShareEDEC 4230 - CREATING CURRICULUM FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS