ECE 135 - Applied Child Development

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): RD 90 and WR 90 or WR 91 (WR 91 substitutes for both RD 90 and WR 90) or designated placement.

Course Description: Examines the importance of promoting social and emotional development in young children. Explores appropriate guidance techniques. This course includes the CDA subject areas of self, social, and guidance. Community observations in early childhood settings are required. Equivalent to ECE 135A, ECE 135B, ECE 135C.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Describe strategies to support the development of children’s sense of self in relation to others.
CLO#2: Identify strategies to demonstrate respect and appreciation for each child as an individual. (ILO: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Global Consciousness)
CLO#3: Identify experiences in the classroom that help children develop positive social skills.
CLO#4: Describe the progression of skills related to a child’s social development.
CLO#5: Explain how to use positive guidance to minimize problem behavior, encourage self-regulation, and help each child learn.
CLO#6: Identify strategies to help children express their feelings in acceptable ways.