EDU – Education

All courses are alphabetized by course code. All courses are to be pursued in a normal sequence with prerequisite courses taken as indicated. Provided for each course is the following information: course number and title, and number of class, laboratory, clinical/shop/work experience (if any), and credit hours.

EDU 119 Intro to Early Child Educ (4 0 4)

This course covers the foundations of the education profession, the diverse educational settings for young children, professionalism and planning developmentally appropriate programs for all children. Topics include historical foundations, program types, career options, professionalism and creating inclusive environments and curriculum responsive to the needs of all children and families. Upon completion, students should be able to design career plans and develop schedules, environments and activity plans appropriate for all children.

EDU 131 Child, Family, & Commun (3 0 3)

This course covers the development of partnerships between culturally and linguistically diverse families, children, schools and communities. Emphasis is placed on developing skills and identifying benefits for establishing, supporting, and maintaining respectful, collaborative relationships between diverse families, programs/schools, and community agencies/resources. Upon completion, students should be able to explain appropriate relationships between families, educators, and professionals that enhance development and educational experiences of all children. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 080 and RED 080 Set 2: ENG 085.

EDU 144 Child Development I (3 0 3)

This course includes the theories of child development, needs, milestones, and factors that influence development, from conception through approximately 36 months. Emphasis is placed on developmental sequences in physical/motor, emotional/social, cognitive, and language domains and the impact of multiple influences on development and learning. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain environmental factors that impact development, and identify strategies for enhancing development. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 080 and RED 080 Set 2: ENG 085.

EDU 145 Child Development II (3 0 3)

This course includes the theories of child development, needs, milestones, and factors that influence development, from preschool through middle childhood. Emphasis is placed on developmental sequences in physical/motor, emotional/social, cognitive, and language domains and the impact of multiple influences on development and learning. Upon completion, students should be able to compare/contrast typical/atypical developmental characteristics, explain environmental factors that impact development, and identify strategies for enhancing development. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 080 and RED 080 Set 2: ENG 085.

EDU 146 Child Guidance (3 0 3)

This course introduces principles and practical techniques including the design of learning environments for providing developmentally appropriate guidance for all children, including those at risk. Emphasis is placed on observation skills, cultural influences, underlying causes of behavior, appropriate expectations, development of self control and the role of communication and guidance. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate direct/indirect strategies for preventing problem behaviors, teaching appropriate/acceptable behaviors, negotiation, setting limits and recognizing at risk behaviors. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 080 and RED 080 Set 2: ENG 085.

EDU 151 Creative Activities (3 0 3)

This course covers planning, creation and adaptation of developmentally supportive learning environments with attention to curriculum, interactions, teaching practices and learning materials. Emphasis is placed on creating and adapting integrated, meaningful, challenging and engaging developmentally supportive learning experiences in art, music, movement and dramatics for all children. Upon completion, students should be able to create, adapt, implement and evaluate developmentally supportive learning materials, experiences and environments. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 080 and RED 080 Set 2: ENG 085.

EDU 153 Health, Safety, & Nutrit (3 0 3)

This course covers promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of all children. Topics include health and nutritional guidelines, common childhood illnesses, maintaining safe and healthy learning environments, recognition and reporting of abuse and neglect and state regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of health, safety, and nutritional needs, safe learning environments, and adhere to state regulations. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 080 and RED 080 Set 2: ENG 085.

EDU 216 Foundations of Education (4 0 4)

This course introduces the American educational system and the teaching profession. Topics include historical and philosophical foundations of education, contemporary educational, structural, legal, and financial issues, and experiences in public school classrooms. Upon completion, students should be able to relate classroom observations to the roles of teachers and schools and the process of teacher education. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement at select institutions only. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090, RED 090. Set 2: ENG 095.

EDU 221 Children with Exceptional (3 0 3)

This course introduces children with exceptionalities, their families, support services, inclusive/diverse settings, and educational/family plans based on the foundations of child development. Emphasis is placed on the characteristics of exceptionalities, observation and assessment of children, strategies for adapting the learning environment, and identification of community resources. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize diverse abilities, describe the referral process, and depict collaboration with families/professionals to plan/implement, and promote best practice. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement at select institutions only. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090, RED 090, EDU 144 and EDU 145 Set 2: ENG 090, RED 090, PSY 244 and PSY 245 Set 3: ENG 095, EDU 144 and EDU 145 Set 4: ENG 095, PSY 244 and PSY 245.

EDU 234 Infants, Toddlers, & Twos (3 0 3)

This course covers the unique needs and rapid changes that occur in the first three years of life and the inter-related factors that influence development. Emphasis is placed on recognizing and supporting developmental milestones through purposeful strategies, responsive care routines and identifying elements of quality, inclusive early care and education. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate respectful relationships that provide a foundation for healthy infant/toddler/twos development, plan/select activities/materials, and partner with diverse families. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090, RED 090 and EDU 119 Set 2: ENG 095 and EDU 119.

EDU 235 School-Age Dev & Program (3 0 3)

This course includes developmentally appropriate practices in group settings for school-age children. Emphasis is placed on principles of development, environmental planning, and positive guidance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss developmental principles for all children ages five to twelve and plan and implement developmentally-appropriate activities. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090 and RED 090 Set 2: ENG 095.

EDU 251 Exploration Activities (3 0 3)

This course covers discovery experiences in science, math, and social studies. Emphasis is placed on developing concepts for each area and encouraging young children to explore, discover, and construct concepts. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the discovery approach to teaching, explain major concepts in each area, and plan appropriate experiences for children. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090 and RED 090 Set 2: ENG 095.

EDU 259 Curriculum Planning (3 0 3)

This course is designed to focus on curriculum planning for three to five year olds. Topics include philosophy, curriculum models, indoor and outdoor environments, scheduling, authentic assessment, and planning developmentally appropriate experiences. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate children's development, critique curriculum, plan for individual and group needs, and assess and create quality environments.  Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090, RED 090 and EDU 119 Set 2: ENG 095 and EDU 119.

EDU 261 Early Childhood Admin I (3 0 3)

This course introduces principles of basic programming and staffing, budgeting/financial management and marketing, and rules and regulations of diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program structure and philosophy, standards of NC child care programs, finance, funding resources, and staff and organizational management. Upon completion, students should be able to develop components of program/personnel handbooks, a program budget, and demonstrate knowledge of fundamental marketing strategies and NC standards.  Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090 and RED 090 Set 2: ENG 095. Corequisite: EDU 119.

EDU 262 Early Childhood Admin II (3 0 3)

This course focuses on advocacy/leadership, public relations/community outreach and program quality/evaluation for diverse early childhood programs. Topics include program evaluation/accreditation, involvement in early childhood professional organizations, leadership/mentoring, family, volunteer and community involvement and early childhood advocacy. Upon completion, students should be able to define and evaluate all components of early childhood programs, develop strategies for advocacy and integrate community into programs. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090, RED 090 and EDU 261 Set 2: ENG 095 and EDU 261. Corequisite: EDU 119.

EDU 271 Educational Technology (2 2 3)

This course introduces the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning in all educational settings. Topics include technology concepts, instructional strategies, materials and adaptive technology for children with exceptionalities, facilitation of assessment/evaluation, and ethical issues surrounding the use of technology. Upon completion, students should be able to apply technology enhanced instructional strategies, use a variety of technology resources and demonstrate appropriate technology skills in educational environments. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090 and RED 090 Set 2: ENG 095.

EDU 280 Language & Literacy Exp (3 0 3)

This course is designed to expand students’ understanding of children’s language and literacy development and provides strategies for enhancing language/literacy experiences in an enriched environment. Topics include selection of diverse literature and interactive media, the integration of literacy concepts throughout the curriculum, appropriate observations/assessments and inclusive practices. Upon completion, students should be able to select, plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate and diverse language/literacy experiences. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090 and RED 090 Set 2: ENG 095.

EDU 282 Early Childhood Lit (3 0 3)

This course covers the history, selection, and integration of literature and language in the early childhood curriculum. Topics include the history and selection of developmentally appropriate children’s literature and the use of books and other media to enhance language and literacy in the classroom. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate books for storytelling, reading aloud, puppetry, flannel board use, and other techniques. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090 and RED 090 Set 2: ENG 095.

EDU 284 Early Child Capstone Prac (1 9 4)

This course is designed to allow students to apply skills in a three star (minimum) or NAEYC accredited or equivalent, quality early childhood environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate activities and environments for all children; supporting/involving families; and modeling reflective and professional practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate developmentally appropriate plans/assessments, appropriate guidance techniques and ethical/professional behaviors as indicated by assignments and onsite faculty visits. Prerequisites: Take one set Set 1: ENG 090, RED 090, EDU 119, EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 146, EDU 151; Set 2: ENG 090, RED 090, EDU 119, PSY 244, PSY 245, EDU 146, EDU 151; Set 3: ENG 090, RED 090, EDU 119, PSY 245, EDU 144, EDU 146, EDU 151 Set 4: ENG 090, RED 090, EDU 119, PSY 244, EDU 145, EDU 146, EDU 151; Set 5: ENG 095, EDU 119, EDU 144, EDU 145, EDU 146, EDU 151; Set 6: ENG 095, EDU 119, PSY 244, PSY 245, EDU 146, EDU 151; Set 7: ENG 095, EDU 119, EDU 144, PSY 245, EDU 146, EDU 151; Set 8: ENG 095, EDU 119, EDU 145, PSY 244, EDU 146, EDU 151.