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This course is designed to help adult learners beginning their university studies to achieve academic success. Students will explore learning theories, communication strategies, and personal management skills. Adult learners will develop strategies for achieving success in school and work. Students will also be introduced to the University's institutional outcomes and learning resources.

This course presents adult development theory and links theoretical concepts of life and learning through a process of psychometric assessment and reflection. Both classical and contemporary adult development theories are examined. These theories then provide the paradigm for self-analysis and life learning, including a plan for personal, professional and academic learning.

This course provides a basic introduction to the nature of human growth and development as it occurs from conception through adolescence. It provides students the opportunity to explore the "what," "how," and "when" of physical motor, cognitive, socio-emotional, moral, aesthetic, and language development. This exploration is emphasized through activities that allow students to understand and appreciate both typical and atypical development within the context of the family and society, and recognize the impact of individual, cultural, and linguistic differences on development.

An overview of child development from birth to age eight will be covered in this course. Specific developmental milestones related to language, physical and social development. The significance of these developmental milestones as related to educational planning will be discussed.

This course provides an overview of the child (infant through elementary) and the reciprocal relationships children develop with their family, their school, and the world in which they live. Theories pertaining to the roles and relationships within and between families, schools, and communities are introduced with an emphasis on enabling students to identify family needs and concerns and to use a variety of collaborative communication and problem-solving skills to assist families in finding the best available community resources to meet these needs. Students themselves explore various community resources that further the development of the child's potential.

This course provides an introduction to the developmental stages of language acquisition in young children from birth to the age of six. The focus of the course is on the facilitation of language acquisition in young children.

An investigation into the theories, skills, and attitudes needed to identify and instruct students with disabilities in varied school settings. Attention will be given to the variety of categories of disabilities that special educators are likely to come into contact with. Students will examine the issues of providing services to identified individuals within and outside school settings.

This course provides a basic introduction to the nature of human growth and development as it occurs from conception through early childhood. Students learn about motor, cognitive, social, emotional, moral, aesthetic, and language development in early childhood.

Gain knowledge of cognitive and brain development in children from birth to eight years of age. The variations in rates of cognitive development and the impact on development in other areas will be explored throughout the course. Students will apply this knowledge to designing programs to meet the needs of children with varying needs and abilities.

This course explores the issues around early assessment and intervention with young children. Specific developmental concerns will be identified and intervention programs will be examined.

This course explores developmental theory and the relationship to the socialization and education of young children in child rearing, caring, and education. Special emphasis will be placed upon exploring how the child is viewed in the context of his or her family and the community at large.

This course focuses on curriculum development in early childhood and teaching strategies with a developmentally appropriate approach. Students will prepare curriculum and practice teaching strategies which illustrate the characteristics of play and creativity. The guidance of young children to include behavior management and creating positive learning environments will also be emphasized.

This course will explore the critical role that play has in the development of young children. Students will study the major theorists and their ideas on the role of play in learning. Various forms of play will be reviewed and the benefits of each type of play activity discussed. Ideas for implementing play and centers into an early childhood setting will be shared.

The capstone course is designed to be taken at the completion of all courses in this area of study. This capstone course will bring together information regarding advocacy and legislation for children and families and ways that this shapes children's experiences and opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to integrate and apply their learning from the course of study in the Child Development major in a comprehensive manner.

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

This course presents an overview of the field of early care and education. Emphasis is on the elements of high-quality programs, governing standards and regulations, and historical perspectives. The course will also focus on what it means to be a professional and on career options in the field of early care and education.

This course examines the historical and philosophical roots of educational programs for children, beginning with the ancient Greeks. Students will explore thinkers and philosophies that have influenced current ideas about effective practices, beginning with early childhood education. The course also critically examines educational philosophies and methods in light of current social, political, and economic forces impacting children, families, and the field. Based on their learning, students will begin to develop a reasoned, coherent personal philosophy of education as a basis for ethical and professional practice and decision-making.

Bachelor's B.s. In Child Development B.s. In Child Development Concentrations Child And Adolescent Studies Dual Concentration (preschool And Infant /toddler) Infant/toddler Preschool Psychology Course Descriptions Learning Outcomes Course Descriptions Core Courses Comm 1000 Communication Skills For Career Development (1 Cr.) This Course Is Designed To Provide Students With A Practical Application Of The Contemporary Communication Skills Necessary For Career Development And Career Success. Topics Include Investigation Of Career Fields And The Communication And Technology Skills That Are Essential To Those Careers. Examples Include Technology-supported Written, Oral, Private, And Public Communication. Students Will Be Able To Assess And Analyze Their Personal Communication And Technology Skills And Strategize Ways To Apply Them As Part Of Their Professional Development Goals. Note About Required First Courses: Students Should Review The Program Description Section Of This Walden University Catalog Carefully To Determine Which First Course Is Required. Educ 1001 Introduction To Education (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Field Of Early Care And Education. Emphasis Is On The Elements Of High-quality Programs, Governing Standards And Regulations, And Historical Perspectives. The Course Will Also Focus On What It Means To Be A Professional And On Career Options In The Field Of Early Care And Education. Educ 1002 Pioneers And Philosophies Of Education (5 Cr.) This Course Examines The Historical And Philosophical Roots Of Educational Programs For Children, Beginning With The Ancient Greeks. Students Will Explore Thinkers And Philosophies That Have Influenced Current Ideas About Effective Practices, Beginning With Early Childhood Education. The Course Also Critically Examines Educational Philosophies And Methods In Light Of Current Social, Political, And Economic Forces Impacting Children, Families, And The Field. Based On Their Learning, Students Will Begin To Develop A Reasoned, Coherent Personal Philosophy Of Education As A Basis For Ethical And Professional Practice And Decision-making. Educ 1003 Educational Psychology (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Psychological Concepts And Theories As They Relate To The Field Of Early Care And Education. Students Will Study Behavioral, Cognitive, Social, And Constructivist Views Of Learning. Emphases Include Research-based Principles And Their Implications On Child Development, Learning, Teaching, And Assessment. Educ 1004 Child Development (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Physical, Cognitive/language, And Social And Emotional Development In Children From Birth Through Adolescence. Students Will Explore Prevailing Philosophies And Theories Of Child Development And Form Their Own Child Development Philosophy. The Latest Research And Thinking With Regard To The Conditions That Affect Children’s Learning And Development, Such As Risk Factors, Developmental Variations, Temperament, Rate Of Maturation, Innate Abilities, Culture, Family, Community, And Societal Influences, Will Be Addressed Across Developmental Domains And Stages. Educ 1005 Child Health, Safety, And Nutrition (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Impact Of Nutrition, Safety, And Health On The Growth And Development Of The Young Child. Students Will Examine The Professional’s Role In Supporting Children’s Healthy Development Within The Context Of Early Childhood Care And Education And Family And Community Settings. Topics Include Prevention Of Health Problems Common To Young Children ...show more »And Methods Of Promoting Wellness And Fitness. Also Addressed Are Child Safety, Emergency Preparedness And Procedures, And Child Mental Health. Educ 1006 Child, Family, And Community Relationships (5 Cr.) A Survey Of The Ways In Which Professionals And Families Work Together For The Benefit Of Young Children, This Course Offers A Study Of Formal And Informal Communication Strategies; Family Participation In Group Settings; Family Education; Advocacy For Families; And The Impact Of Family, Culture, And Community On Children’s Development And Learning Within Early Childhood Programs. Special Attention Is Given To Supporting Child And Family Resiliency Within The Context Of Divorce, Child Abuse And Neglect, Illness And Death Of Family Members, And Life In Today’s Complex Society. Educ 1011 Making Connections: The Early Childhood Field (2 Cr.) The Early Childhood Field And Related Themes, Issues, And Controversies Are Explored In This Course. Students Will Make Connections Between The Key Topics And Their Own Personal Experiences, Interests, And Aspirations; Other Coursework; Current Research; Real-world Early Childhood Settings; And Future Trends, Challenges, And Possibilities Within The Field Of Early Care And Education. «show less

This course provides an overview of physical, cognitive/language, and social and emotional development in children from birth through adolescence. Students will explore prevailing philosophies and theories of child development and form their own child development philosophy. The latest research and thinking with regard to the conditions that affect children’s learning and development, such as risk factors, developmental variations, temperament, rate of maturation, innate abilities, culture, family, community, and societal influences, will be addressed across developmental domains and stages.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to how children develop will be the focus of this course. Students make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities related to the developing child.

This course presents an overview of the impact of nutrition, safety, and health on the growth and development of the young child. Students will examine the professional’s role in supporting children’s healthy development within the context of early childhood care and education and family and community settings. Topics include prevention of health problems common to young children and methods of promoting wellness and fitness. Also addressed are child safety, emergency preparedness and procedures, and child mental health.

A survey of the ways in which professionals and families work together for the benefit of young children, this course offers a study of formal and informal communication strategies; family participation in group settings; family education; advocacy for families; and the impact of family, culture, and community on children’s development and learning within early childhood programs. Special attention is given to supporting child and family resiliency within the context of divorce, child abuse and neglect, illness and death of family members, and life in today’s complex society.

Children’s overall well-being is related not only to their health and safety but also to quality relationships among early childhood professionals, family, and community members. This course examines themes, issues, and challenges related to the fostering of children’s overall well-being. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, developments, and possibilities related to healthy growth and development within early childhood, family, and community settings.

This course focuses on the theories of language acquisition and language development of young children from infancy through preschool. Students will explore how children acquire and develop language as well as gain an understanding of emergent reading and writing. Special attention will be given to bilingualism, atypical speech and language development, and the impact of culture and environment on language.

This survey course focuses on the power and quality of children’s literature—birth through adolescence. A wide variety of genres are explored with emphasis on how children’s literature can delight and inspire young readers as well as promote respect for diversity. Students will learn the characteristics of high-quality literature and engage in critical evaluation and selection of books from various genres and for specific age groups. Students also learn about prominent authors, illustrators, and book awards.

This course presents developmentally appropriate formal and informal assessments, including observational techniques for assessing young children’s development and learning. Students will learn how to use specific tools, and the data generated from them, to inform effective decision-making and instructional planning. Also addressed are ethical and legal considerations as well as other related issues and controversies.

In the context that all individuals are unique, this course provides an overview of exceptionalities in children from birth through adolescence. Early identification, referral, intervention, inclusion, and the related psychosocial needs of children and their families are highlighted. In addition, the course provides an overview of federal and state legislation that guides educational requirements.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to the special needs and individuality of children will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities associated with understanding and meeting the needs of individual children and their families.

This course emphasizes the importance of being responsive to the languages and cultures of individual children and their families and communities in order to effectively support learning and development. The course will broaden students’ understanding of culture as a framework that includes not only language and ethnicity, but also gender, socioeconomic status, exceptionalities, family configuration, sexual orientation, personal interests, and many other aspects of one’s individuality. In addition, students will reflect on their own cultural frameworks and examine personal attitudes and beliefs.

Themes, issues, and challenges specific to living in a diverse society are examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research and controversies; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends and possibilities related to the areas of social responsibility and cultural and linguistic diversity.

A basic understanding of how school-age children and adolescents develop and learn will be gained from this course. Participants will study typical and atypical cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional development as well as the relationship among these developmental domains.

The ways that culturally diverse values and social attitudes are transmitted to school-age children and adolescents are explored in this course. Studies will focus on ethnicity, language, gender, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. The course will also examine how each of these areas of diversity affects this age group and relates to stereotyping and bias.

This course will provide students with an overview of the practices and professions in the field of school-age and adolescent development, including such topics as careers, interpersonal and professional skills, and ethical/legal guidelines needed for working with school-age children and adolescents, families, and related professionals.

A continuum of effective strategies needed for working with school-age children and adolescents in group and classroom settings will be addressed by this course. Such strategies include effective communication, positive guidance, modeling/mentoring, intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, fostering self-esteem, promoting resilience, and problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

This course explores the spheres of influence on school-age children and adolescents and the techniques needed to facilitate positive relationships among homes, schools, and communities in order to foster healthy development and learning.

Effective learning environments for school-age children and adolescents will be examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities related to the healthy development and learning of this age group.

Students in this course will critically examine selected issues and trends related to school-age children, such as technology/media, bullying, gender, abuse prevention, drugs/alcohol, obesity, eating disorders, stress, peer relationships, and school success.

Students in this course will critically examine selected issues and trends related to adolescence such as technology/media, (cyber) bullying, gender, sexual orientation, drugs/alcohol, obesity, eating disorders, depression, self-injury, suicide, teenage pregnancy, and school success.

The role of the professional as advocate, interventionist, family liaison, and public policymaker will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities related to the development of the whole child.

This course examines the variables related to teaching and learning. Topics include teaching methods, educational achievement, learning environments, curriculum development, and characteristics of teachers and learners. Educational assessment, environmental issues, and educational research techniques are also explored.

The capstone project concludes the program. This practical, real-world application requires participants to apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions learned in this program to an actual educational environment. Serving as a consultant, participants will examine a school or district’s curriculum plans against a set of data and make recommendations for improvement and reform.

Themes, issues, and developments in the foundations of literacy will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities within the fields of language development and children’s literature.

This course examines the changing landscape of early care and education, focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the early childhood teaching professional in infant/toddler and preschool settings. Students will explore the complexities of developmentally appropriate practice as well as learn what it means to be an advocate—for children, their families, and the profession itself. The course emphasizes the importance of keeping up with current research in the field and engaging in professional activities and organizations to ensure continual professional growth and learning.

This course focuses on the breadth and depth of the field of infant/toddler care and education, emphasizing characteristics of quality infant/toddler programs. Students study the foundations of infant/toddler development, the integral role of the infant/toddler professional in fostering children’s growth and ensuring family involvement, and theoretical frameworks key to quality programs. Additional topics include the components of high-quality environments and what it means to be an advocate for young children, their families, and the profession.

Themes, issues, and controversies central to the field of infant/toddler care and education are examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities infant/toddler professionals must understand.

This course focuses on current research in the field of infant/toddler mental health. Students study protective and risk factors in family environments; social and emotional developmental challenges; developmentally appropriate infant/toddler screening and assessment; diagnostic classification systems for infant/toddler mental health; effective intervention strategies; and collaborative services approaches.

This course provides an overview of the way culture impacts “typical” conceptions of infant/toddler development and interactions. Students focus on the ability to form healthy working relationships and respectful partnerships with the families of infants and toddlers across a range of cultures. Included is an investigation into the meaning of various child-rearing behaviors and how they relate to family expectations and cultural traditions with the goal of developing culturally appropriate practices.

This course focuses on healthy infant/toddler growth and development and related themes, issues, and challenges. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities associated with the overall well-being of very young children.

Offering an in-depth look at infant growth and development, this course emphasizes the role of the caregiver, components of high-quality caregiver-child relationships, and strategies for ensuring developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, and culturally appropriate practice. Additional topics include understanding and working with families, observation skills, attachment, separation, continuity of care, brain development, and creating nurturing environments for very young children and their families.

Offering an in-depth look at toddler growth and development, this course emphasizes the role of the toddler caregiver/teacher, the components of high-quality adult-child relationships, and strategies for ensuring developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, and culturally appropriate practice. Additional topics include observation skills, attachment, separation, working with families, and creating inspiring and supportive environments for young children and their families.

Themes and issues related to the challenge of developing and maintaining high-quality infant/toddler settings are the focus of this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities related to effective programs for infants and toddlers.

Professionalism, advocacy, and preschool education provide the focus of the themes, issues, and challenges examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities related to working in the early childhood field with preschool-age children and their families.

Proactive guidance and positive, safe learning environments promote healthy child development and learning. This course focuses on understanding and fostering social and emotional development in preschool-age children and provides students with strategies for establishing classroom communities in which all children feel safe, valued, and respected. Topics include teaching social skills, routines, and procedures; collaborating with families; preventing and working with challenging behaviors; developing problem-solving abilities; and organizing the classroom setting to support learning, cooperation, and social and emotional growth.

All children have the right to develop and learn in classroom communities that support diverse, individual needs. This course focuses on the ways in which preschool teachers can build inclusive environments that exemplify developmentally appropriate practice. Students will learn strategies that support inclusion, meet identified needs, and foster a sense of classroom community. Additional topics include observation and assessment, developing partnerships with families, collaborating with support resources, legal regulations and issues, and the roles of reflection and evidence-based decision-making.

Creating optimal preschool learning environments and related themes, issues, and challenges set the context for this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities associated with establishing effective preschool learning environments.

This course explores current research on the most effective methods of promoting literacy development in preschool children. Using the “five pillars” of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) as an organizational framework, teachers explore the characteristics of emergent readers and writers and learn about developmentally appropriate assessments, materials, and strategies for instruction, including developing literacy through play and effectively using current technologies. The integral role of literacy across the curriculum is highlighted.

This course focuses on the use of developmentally appropriate practices to teach within and across specific content areas in the preschool curriculum. Students will learn how to develop meaningful and enduring early childhood learning experiences in mathematics, social studies, science, language and literacy, health and physical education, and the visual and performing arts. Effective planning and implementation of child-centered, age-appropriate curriculum and assessment will be addressed, and strategies for integrating content areas, including the project approach, will be highlighted.

This course examines themes, issues, and challenges related to developmentally appropriate teaching and learning at the preschool level. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities associated with interdisciplinary preschool teaching and learning.

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

This course presents an overview of the field of early care and education. Emphasis is on the elements of high-quality programs, governing standards and regulations, and historical perspectives. The course will also focus on what it means to be a professional and on career options in the field of early care and education.

This course examines the historical and philosophical roots of educational programs for children, beginning with the ancient Greeks. Students will explore thinkers and philosophies that have influenced current ideas about effective practices, beginning with early childhood education. The course also critically examines educational philosophies and methods in light of current social, political, and economic forces impacting children, families, and the field. Based on their learning, students will begin to develop a reasoned, coherent personal philosophy of education as a basis for ethical and professional practice and decision-making.

Bachelor's B.s. In Child Development B.s. In Child Development Concentrations Child And Adolescent Studies Dual Concentration (preschool And Infant /toddler) Infant/toddler Preschool Psychology Course Descriptions Learning Outcomes Course Descriptions Core Courses Comm 1000 Communication Skills For Career Development (1 Cr.) This Course Is Designed To Provide Students With A Practical Application Of The Contemporary Communication Skills Necessary For Career Development And Career Success. Topics Include Investigation Of Career Fields And The Communication And Technology Skills That Are Essential To Those Careers. Examples Include Technology-supported Written, Oral, Private, And Public Communication. Students Will Be Able To Assess And Analyze Their Personal Communication And Technology Skills And Strategize Ways To Apply Them As Part Of Their Professional Development Goals. Note About Required First Courses: Students Should Review The Program Description Section Of This Walden University Catalog Carefully To Determine Which First Course Is Required. Educ 1001 Introduction To Education (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Field Of Early Care And Education. Emphasis Is On The Elements Of High-quality Programs, Governing Standards And Regulations, And Historical Perspectives. The Course Will Also Focus On What It Means To Be A Professional And On Career Options In The Field Of Early Care And Education. Educ 1002 Pioneers And Philosophies Of Education (5 Cr.) This Course Examines The Historical And Philosophical Roots Of Educational Programs For Children, Beginning With The Ancient Greeks. Students Will Explore Thinkers And Philosophies That Have Influenced Current Ideas About Effective Practices, Beginning With Early Childhood Education. The Course Also Critically Examines Educational Philosophies And Methods In Light Of Current Social, Political, And Economic Forces Impacting Children, Families, And The Field. Based On Their Learning, Students Will Begin To Develop A Reasoned, Coherent Personal Philosophy Of Education As A Basis For Ethical And Professional Practice And Decision-making. Educ 1003 Educational Psychology (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Psychological Concepts And Theories As They Relate To The Field Of Early Care And Education. Students Will Study Behavioral, Cognitive, Social, And Constructivist Views Of Learning. Emphases Include Research-based Principles And Their Implications On Child Development, Learning, Teaching, And Assessment. Educ 1004 Child Development (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Physical, Cognitive/language, And Social And Emotional Development In Children From Birth Through Adolescence. Students Will Explore Prevailing Philosophies And Theories Of Child Development And Form Their Own Child Development Philosophy. The Latest Research And Thinking With Regard To The Conditions That Affect Children’s Learning And Development, Such As Risk Factors, Developmental Variations, Temperament, Rate Of Maturation, Innate Abilities, Culture, Family, Community, And Societal Influences, Will Be Addressed Across Developmental Domains And Stages. Educ 1005 Child Health, Safety, And Nutrition (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Impact Of Nutrition, Safety, And Health On The Growth And Development Of The Young Child. Students Will Examine The Professional’s Role In Supporting Children’s Healthy Development Within The Context Of Early Childhood Care And Education And Family And Community Settings. Topics Include Prevention Of Health Problems Common To Young Children ...show more »And Methods Of Promoting Wellness And Fitness. Also Addressed Are Child Safety, Emergency Preparedness And Procedures, And Child Mental Health. Educ 1006 Child, Family, And Community Relationships (5 Cr.) A Survey Of The Ways In Which Professionals And Families Work Together For The Benefit Of Young Children, This Course Offers A Study Of Formal And Informal Communication Strategies; Family Participation In Group Settings; Family Education; Advocacy For Families; And The Impact Of Family, Culture, And Community On Children’s Development And Learning Within Early Childhood Programs. Special Attention Is Given To Supporting Child And Family Resiliency Within The Context Of Divorce, Child Abuse And Neglect, Illness And Death Of Family Members, And Life In Today’s Complex Society. Educ 1011 Making Connections: The Early Childhood Field (2 Cr.) The Early Childhood Field And Related Themes, Issues, And Controversies Are Explored In This Course. Students Will Make Connections Between The Key Topics And Their Own Personal Experiences, Interests, And Aspirations; Other Coursework; Current Research; Real-world Early Childhood Settings; And Future Trends, Challenges, And Possibilities Within The Field Of Early Care And Education. «show less

This course examines the variables related to teaching and learning. Topics include teaching methods, educational achievement, learning environments, curriculum development, and characteristics of teachers and learners. Educational assessment, environmental issues, and educational research techniques are also explored.

This course provides an overview of physical, cognitive/language, and social and emotional development in children from birth through adolescence. Students will explore prevailing philosophies and theories of child development and form their own child development philosophy. The latest research and thinking with regard to the conditions that affect children’s learning and development, such as risk factors, developmental variations, temperament, rate of maturation, innate abilities, culture, family, community, and societal influences, will be addressed across developmental domains and stages.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to how children develop will be the focus of this course. Students make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities related to the developing child.

This course presents an overview of the impact of nutrition, safety, and health on the growth and development of the young child. Students will examine the professional’s role in supporting children’s healthy development within the context of early childhood care and education and family and community settings. Topics include prevention of health problems common to young children and methods of promoting wellness and fitness. Also addressed are child safety, emergency preparedness and procedures, and child mental health.

A survey of the ways in which professionals and families work together for the benefit of young children, this course offers a study of formal and informal communication strategies; family participation in group settings; family education; advocacy for families; and the impact of family, culture, and community on children’s development and learning within early childhood programs. Special attention is given to supporting child and family resiliency within the context of divorce, child abuse and neglect, illness and death of family members, and life in today’s complex society.

Children’s overall well-being is related not only to their health and safety but also to quality relationships among early childhood professionals, family, and community members. This course examines themes, issues, and challenges related to the fostering of children’s overall well-being. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, developments, and possibilities related to healthy growth and development within early childhood, family, and community settings.

This course focuses on the theories of language acquisition and language development of young children from infancy through preschool. Students will explore how children acquire and develop language as well as gain an understanding of emergent reading and writing. Special attention will be given to bilingualism, atypical speech and language development, and the impact of culture and environment on language.

This survey course focuses on the power and quality of children’s literature—birth through adolescence. A wide variety of genres are explored with emphasis on how children’s literature can delight and inspire young readers as well as promote respect for diversity. Students will learn the characteristics of high-quality literature and engage in critical evaluation and selection of books from various genres and for specific age groups. Students also learn about prominent authors, illustrators, and book awards.

This course presents developmentally appropriate formal and informal assessments, including observational techniques for assessing young children’s development and learning. Students will learn how to use specific tools, and the data generated from them, to inform effective decision-making and instructional planning. Also addressed are ethical and legal considerations as well as other related issues and controversies.

In the context that all individuals are unique, this course provides an overview of exceptionalities in children from birth through adolescence. Early identification, referral, intervention, inclusion, and the related psychosocial needs of children and their families are highlighted. In addition, the course provides an overview of federal and state legislation that guides educational requirements.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to the special needs and individuality of children will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities associated with understanding and meeting the needs of individual children and their families.

This course emphasizes the importance of being responsive to the languages and cultures of individual children and their families and communities in order to effectively support learning and development. The course will broaden students’ understanding of culture as a framework that includes not only language and ethnicity, but also gender, socioeconomic status, exceptionalities, family configuration, sexual orientation, personal interests, and many other aspects of one’s individuality. In addition, students will reflect on their own cultural frameworks and examine personal attitudes and beliefs.

Themes, issues, and challenges specific to living in a diverse society are examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research and controversies; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends and possibilities related to the areas of social responsibility and cultural and linguistic diversity.

Offering an in-depth look at the development and learning of preschoolers, this course focuses on developmentally appropriate theory, practices, and environments that enhance children’s development and learning in each of the domains (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive/language). Special areas of focus include the integral roles of play and creativity in children’s learning; the role of observation as it relates to establishing a child-centered approach to planning curriculum and assessing young children; promoting pro-social, anti-bias learning communities; and being responsive to and inclusive of children’s family members.

The capstone project concludes the program. This practical, real-world application requires participants to apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions learned in this program to an actual educational environment. Serving as a consultant, participants will examine a school or district’s curriculum plans against a set of data and make recommendations for improvement and reform.

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of effective communication in contemporary society. The primary focus is on communication using electronic means, such as cell phones, email, instant messaging, and Internet technologies. Topics include communication methods and technologies and their impact on the individual and society. Upon completion, students will be able to use appropriate contemporary communication strategies for the setting and audience and apply writing and critical-thinking skills to their personal, academic, and work lives. (Note: Must be taken in first quarter.)

This Course Develops The Skills Necessary For Persuasive And Research-based Writing At The College-level. The Primary Focus Is On The Use Of Argument And Supporting Evidence. Topics Include Planning, Writing, And Revision Of Essays; An Introduction To The Research Process; And Use Of Apa Guidelines When Citing Sources. Upon Completion, Students Will Be Able To Demonstrate The Skills Necessary To Write Academic Persuasive Essays With Supportive Evidence. (prerequisite: Comm 1001 Contemporary Communications.)

This course is designed to help students develop a basic understanding of the music and art of various cultures and historical periods. Topics include the elements that are combined into a work of art, and the commonalities that exist across the arts disciplines. Upon completion, students will apply concepts to an overview of the evolution of artistic style in human culture and in direct experience with the creative process as artist and audience. (Prerequisite: COMM 1001 Contemporary Communications.)

This course is designed to help students develop critical reading and writing skills through the study of literature. Both fiction and nonfiction texts are studied as models of effective writing. Topics include attentive reading, personal and critical response, careful thinking, and clear writing. Upon completion, students will have improved their reading and writing skills. (Prerequisite: ENGL 1001 English Composition.)

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of the nutritional sciences with an emphasis on the biochemistry of human systems. Topics include digestive and metabolic processes, components of a healthy diet, the role of nutrition in growth and health through the life cycle, and the relationships between nutrition, health, culture, and the environment. Upon completion, students will be able to apply scientific principles when interpreting nutritional information. Includes laboratory. (Prerequisites: ENGL 1001 English Composition.)

This Course Is Designed To Provide The Student With A Solid Foundation In Key Algebra Skills. Topics Covered Include Solving And Graphing Linear, Quadratic, And Polynomial Equations; Composition And Inverses Of Functions; Rational And Radical Expressions, And Modeling Of Exponential And Logarithmic Data. Upon Completion, Students Will Have Cultivated The Perspectives And The Analytical Skills Required For Efficient Use, Appreciation, And Understanding Of Algebraic Concepts. (prerequisites: Placement Exam Or Math 0099 Algebra Fundamentals And Comm 1001 Contemporary Communications.)*

This course is designed to introduce students to the geographic method of inquiry used to examine, describe, explain, and analyze the human and physical environments of the major regions of the world. Topics include spatial and geographic perspective, as well as cultural, organizational, and environmental properties of geography. Upon completion, students will be able to identify the human and physical features that give uniqueness and diversity to world regional patterns on Earth’s surface. (Prerequisite: COMM 1001 Contemporary Communications.)

This course is designed as an interdisciplinary synthesis of learning for Walden University undergraduates through the lens of civic engagement and social responsibility. Topics include problem-solving in contemporary society. Upon completion, students will have developed awareness and skills to sustain and advance the communities in which they live. (Prerequisite: All required general education courses completed.)

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

This course presents an overview of the field of early care and education. Emphasis is on the elements of high-quality programs, governing standards and regulations, and historical perspectives. The course will also focus on what it means to be a professional and on career options in the field of early care and education.

This course examines the historical and philosophical roots of educational programs for children, beginning with the ancient Greeks. Students will explore thinkers and philosophies that have influenced current ideas about effective practices, beginning with early childhood education. The course also critically examines educational philosophies and methods in light of current social, political, and economic forces impacting children, families, and the field. Based on their learning, students will begin to develop a reasoned, coherent personal philosophy of education as a basis for ethical and professional practice and decision-making.

This course examines the variables related to teaching and learning. Topics include teaching methods, educational achievement, learning environments, curriculum development, and characteristics of teachers and learners. Educational assessment, environmental issues, and educational research techniques are also explored.

This course provides an overview of physical, cognitive/language, and social and emotional development in children from birth through adolescence. Students will explore prevailing philosophies and theories of child development and form their own child development philosophy. The latest research and thinking with regard to the conditions that affect children’s learning and development, such as risk factors, developmental variations, temperament, rate of maturation, innate abilities, culture, family, community, and societal influences, will be addressed across developmental domains and stages.

This course presents an overview of the impact of nutrition, safety, and health on the growth and development of the young child. Students will examine the professional’s role in supporting children’s healthy development within the context of early childhood care and education and family and community settings. Topics include prevention of health problems common to young children and methods of promoting wellness and fitness. Also addressed are child safety, emergency preparedness and procedures, and child mental health.

A survey of the ways in which professionals and families work together for the benefit of young children, this course offers a study of formal and informal communication strategies; family participation in group settings; family education; advocacy for families; and the impact of family, culture, and community on children’s development and learning within early childhood programs. Special attention is given to supporting child and family resiliency within the context of divorce, child abuse and neglect, illness and death of family members, and life in today’s complex society.

Bachelor's B.s. In Child Development B.s. In Child Development Concentrations Child And Adolescent Studies Dual Concentration (preschool And Infant /toddler) Infant/toddler Preschool Psychology Course Descriptions Learning Outcomes Course Descriptions Core Courses Comm 1000 Communication Skills For Career Development (1 Cr.) This Course Is Designed To Provide Students With A Practical Application Of The Contemporary Communication Skills Necessary For Career Development And Career Success. Topics Include Investigation Of Career Fields And The Communication And Technology Skills That Are Essential To Those Careers. Examples Include Technology-supported Written, Oral, Private, And Public Communication. Students Will Be Able To Assess And Analyze Their Personal Communication And Technology Skills And Strategize Ways To Apply Them As Part Of Their Professional Development Goals. Note About Required First Courses: Students Should Review The Program Description Section Of This Walden University Catalog Carefully To Determine Which First Course Is Required. Educ 1001 Introduction To Education (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Field Of Early Care And Education. Emphasis Is On The Elements Of High-quality Programs, Governing Standards And Regulations, And Historical Perspectives. The Course Will Also Focus On What It Means To Be A Professional And On Career Options In The Field Of Early Care And Education. Educ 1002 Pioneers And Philosophies Of Education (5 Cr.) This Course Examines The Historical And Philosophical Roots Of Educational Programs For Children, Beginning With The Ancient Greeks. Students Will Explore Thinkers And Philosophies That Have Influenced Current Ideas About Effective Practices, Beginning With Early Childhood Education. The Course Also Critically Examines Educational Philosophies And Methods In Light Of Current Social, Political, And Economic Forces Impacting Children, Families, And The Field. Based On Their Learning, Students Will Begin To Develop A Reasoned, Coherent Personal Philosophy Of Education As A Basis For Ethical And Professional Practice And Decision-making. Educ 1003 Educational Psychology (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Psychological Concepts And Theories As They Relate To The Field Of Early Care And Education. Students Will Study Behavioral, Cognitive, Social, And Constructivist Views Of Learning. Emphases Include Research-based Principles And Their Implications On Child Development, Learning, Teaching, And Assessment. Educ 1004 Child Development (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Physical, Cognitive/language, And Social And Emotional Development In Children From Birth Through Adolescence. Students Will Explore Prevailing Philosophies And Theories Of Child Development And Form Their Own Child Development Philosophy. The Latest Research And Thinking With Regard To The Conditions That Affect Children’s Learning And Development, Such As Risk Factors, Developmental Variations, Temperament, Rate Of Maturation, Innate Abilities, Culture, Family, Community, And Societal Influences, Will Be Addressed Across Developmental Domains And Stages. Educ 1005 Child Health, Safety, And Nutrition (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Impact Of Nutrition, Safety, And Health On The Growth And Development Of The Young Child. Students Will Examine The Professional’s Role In Supporting Children’s Healthy Development Within The Context Of Early Childhood Care And Education And Family And Community Settings. Topics Include Prevention Of Health Problems Common To Young Children ...show more »And Methods Of Promoting Wellness And Fitness. Also Addressed Are Child Safety, Emergency Preparedness And Procedures, And Child Mental Health. Educ 1006 Child, Family, And Community Relationships (5 Cr.) A Survey Of The Ways In Which Professionals And Families Work Together For The Benefit Of Young Children, This Course Offers A Study Of Formal And Informal Communication Strategies; Family Participation In Group Settings; Family Education; Advocacy For Families; And The Impact Of Family, Culture, And Community On Children’s Development And Learning Within Early Childhood Programs. Special Attention Is Given To Supporting Child And Family Resiliency Within The Context Of Divorce, Child Abuse And Neglect, Illness And Death Of Family Members, And Life In Today’s Complex Society. Educ 1011 Making Connections: The Early Childhood Field (2 Cr.) The Early Childhood Field And Related Themes, Issues, And Controversies Are Explored In This Course. Students Will Make Connections Between The Key Topics And Their Own Personal Experiences, Interests, And Aspirations; Other Coursework; Current Research; Real-world Early Childhood Settings; And Future Trends, Challenges, And Possibilities Within The Field Of Early Care And Education. «show less

Themes, issues, and controversies related to how children develop will be the focus of this course. Students make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities related to the developing child.

Children’s overall well-being is related not only to their health and safety but also to quality relationships among early childhood professionals, family, and community members. This course examines themes, issues, and challenges related to the fostering of children’s overall well-being. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, developments, and possibilities related to healthy growth and development within early childhood, family, and community settings.

This course focuses on the theories of language acquisition and language development of young children from infancy through preschool. Students will explore how children acquire and develop language as well as gain an understanding of emergent reading and writing. Special attention will be given to bilingualism, atypical speech and language development, and the impact of culture and environment on language.

This survey course focuses on the power and quality of children’s literature—birth through adolescence. A wide variety of genres are explored with emphasis on how children’s literature can delight and inspire young readers as well as promote respect for diversity. Students will learn the characteristics of high-quality literature and engage in critical evaluation and selection of books from various genres and for specific age groups. Students also learn about prominent authors, illustrators, and book awards.

Themes, issues, and developments in the foundations of literacy will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities within the fields of language development and children’s literature.

This course presents developmentally appropriate formal and informal assessments, including observational techniques for assessing young children’s development and learning. Students will learn how to use specific tools, and the data generated from them, to inform effective decision-making and instructional planning. Also addressed are ethical and legal considerations as well as other related issues and controversies.

In the context that all individuals are unique, this course provides an overview of exceptionalities in children from birth through adolescence. Early identification, referral, intervention, inclusion, and the related psychosocial needs of children and their families are highlighted. In addition, the course provides an overview of federal and state legislation that guides educational requirements.

This course emphasizes the importance of being responsive to the languages and cultures of individual children and their families and communities in order to effectively support learning and development. The course will broaden students’ understanding of culture as a framework that includes not only language and ethnicity, but also gender, socioeconomic status, exceptionalities, family configuration, sexual orientation, personal interests, and many other aspects of one’s individuality. In addition, students will reflect on their own cultural frameworks and examine personal attitudes and beliefs.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to the special needs and individuality of children will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities associated with understanding and meeting the needs of individual children and their families.

Themes, issues, and challenges specific to living in a diverse society are examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research and controversies; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends and possibilities related to the areas of social responsibility and cultural and linguistic diversity.

The capstone project concludes the program. This practical, real-world application requires participants to apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions learned in this program to an actual educational environment. Serving as a consultant, participants will examine a school or district’s curriculum plans against a set of data and make recommendations for improvement and reform.

This course examines the changing landscape of early care and education, focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the early childhood teaching professional in infant/toddler and preschool settings. Students will explore the complexities of developmentally appropriate practice as well as learn what it means to be an advocate—for children, their families, and the profession itself. The course emphasizes the importance of keeping up with current research in the field and engaging in professional activities and organizations to ensure continual professional growth and learning.

This course focuses on the breadth and depth of the field of infant/toddler care and education, emphasizing characteristics of quality infant/toddler programs. Students study the foundations of infant/toddler development, the integral role of the infant/toddler professional in fostering children’s growth and ensuring family involvement, and theoretical frameworks key to quality programs. Additional topics include the components of high-quality environments and what it means to be an advocate for young children, their families, and the profession.

This course focuses on current research in the field of infant/toddler mental health. Students study protective and risk factors in family environments; social and emotional developmental challenges; developmentally appropriate infant/toddler screening and assessment; diagnostic classification systems for infant/toddler mental health; effective intervention strategies; and collaborative services approaches.

This course provides an overview of the way culture impacts “typical” conceptions of infant/toddler development and interactions. Students focus on the ability to form healthy working relationships and respectful partnerships with the families of infants and toddlers across a range of cultures. Included is an investigation into the meaning of various child-rearing behaviors and how they relate to family expectations and cultural traditions with the goal of developing culturally appropriate practices.

Themes, issues, and controversies central to the field of infant/toddler care and education are examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities infant/toddler professionals must understand.

This course focuses on healthy infant/toddler growth and development and related themes, issues, and challenges. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities associated with the overall well-being of very young children.

Offering an in-depth look at infant growth and development, this course emphasizes the role of the caregiver, components of high-quality caregiver-child relationships, and strategies for ensuring developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, and culturally appropriate practice. Additional topics include understanding and working with families, observation skills, attachment, separation, continuity of care, brain development, and creating nurturing environments for very young children and their families.

Offering an in-depth look at toddler growth and development, this course emphasizes the role of the toddler caregiver/teacher, the components of high-quality adult-child relationships, and strategies for ensuring developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, and culturally appropriate practice. Additional topics include observation skills, attachment, separation, working with families, and creating inspiring and supportive environments for young children and their families.

Themes and issues related to the challenge of developing and maintaining high-quality infant/toddler settings are the focus of this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, controversies, and possibilities related to effective programs for infants and toddlers.

Fpsy 6512:(course Description) The Focus Of This Course Is On The Various Aspects Of The Juvenile Justice System And The Population That It Serves. As Such, A Thorough Understanding Of Normal Juvenile Development Is Provided As A Backdrop In Which To Better Apply Current Juvenile Justice Codes And Case Law. The Changing Landscape Of The Juvenile Justice Field Based On Current Research With Its Population Will Be Covered. Fpsy 6530:(course Description) This Course Is Directed At The Application Of Forensic Psychology To Various Community Settings. An Emphasis Is Placed On Working With Offenders Upon Re-entry To The Community And Offenders Who Receive Nonincarceration Community Placements. However, This Course Will Also Explore Less-common Applications Such As Restorative Justice And Community Crime Prevention.

This course presents an overview of the field of early care and education. Emphasis is on the elements of high-quality programs, governing standards and regulations, and historical perspectives. The course will also focus on what it means to be a professional and on career options in the field of early care and education.

This course focuses on the theories of language acquisition and language development of young children from infancy through preschool. Students will explore how children acquire and develop language as well as gain an understanding of emergent reading and writing. Special attention will be given to bilingualism, atypical speech and language development, and the impact of culture and environment on language.

Themes, issues, and challenges specific to living in a diverse society are examined in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research and controversies; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends and possibilities related to the areas of social responsibility and cultural and linguistic diversity.

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

This course examines the historical and philosophical roots of educational programs for children, beginning with the ancient Greeks. Students will explore thinkers and philosophies that have influenced current ideas about effective practices, beginning with early childhood education. The course also critically examines educational philosophies and methods in light of current social, political, and economic forces impacting children, families, and the field. Based on their learning, students will begin to develop a reasoned, coherent personal philosophy of education as a basis for ethical and professional practice and decision-making.

Bachelor's B.s. In Child Development B.s. In Child Development Concentrations Child And Adolescent Studies Dual Concentration (preschool And Infant /toddler) Infant/toddler Preschool Psychology Course Descriptions Learning Outcomes Course Descriptions Core Courses Comm 1000 Communication Skills For Career Development (1 Cr.) This Course Is Designed To Provide Students With A Practical Application Of The Contemporary Communication Skills Necessary For Career Development And Career Success. Topics Include Investigation Of Career Fields And The Communication And Technology Skills That Are Essential To Those Careers. Examples Include Technology-supported Written, Oral, Private, And Public Communication. Students Will Be Able To Assess And Analyze Their Personal Communication And Technology Skills And Strategize Ways To Apply Them As Part Of Their Professional Development Goals. Note About Required First Courses: Students Should Review The Program Description Section Of This Walden University Catalog Carefully To Determine Which First Course Is Required. Educ 1001 Introduction To Education (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Field Of Early Care And Education. Emphasis Is On The Elements Of High-quality Programs, Governing Standards And Regulations, And Historical Perspectives. The Course Will Also Focus On What It Means To Be A Professional And On Career Options In The Field Of Early Care And Education. Educ 1002 Pioneers And Philosophies Of Education (5 Cr.) This Course Examines The Historical And Philosophical Roots Of Educational Programs For Children, Beginning With The Ancient Greeks. Students Will Explore Thinkers And Philosophies That Have Influenced Current Ideas About Effective Practices, Beginning With Early Childhood Education. The Course Also Critically Examines Educational Philosophies And Methods In Light Of Current Social, Political, And Economic Forces Impacting Children, Families, And The Field. Based On Their Learning, Students Will Begin To Develop A Reasoned, Coherent Personal Philosophy Of Education As A Basis For Ethical And Professional Practice And Decision-making. Educ 1003 Educational Psychology (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Psychological Concepts And Theories As They Relate To The Field Of Early Care And Education. Students Will Study Behavioral, Cognitive, Social, And Constructivist Views Of Learning. Emphases Include Research-based Principles And Their Implications On Child Development, Learning, Teaching, And Assessment. Educ 1004 Child Development (5 Cr.) This Course Provides An Overview Of Physical, Cognitive/language, And Social And Emotional Development In Children From Birth Through Adolescence. Students Will Explore Prevailing Philosophies And Theories Of Child Development And Form Their Own Child Development Philosophy. The Latest Research And Thinking With Regard To The Conditions That Affect Children’s Learning And Development, Such As Risk Factors, Developmental Variations, Temperament, Rate Of Maturation, Innate Abilities, Culture, Family, Community, And Societal Influences, Will Be Addressed Across Developmental Domains And Stages. Educ 1005 Child Health, Safety, And Nutrition (5 Cr.) This Course Presents An Overview Of The Impact Of Nutrition, Safety, And Health On The Growth And Development Of The Young Child. Students Will Examine The Professional’s Role In Supporting Children’s Healthy Development Within The Context Of Early Childhood Care And Education And Family And Community Settings. Topics Include Prevention Of Health Problems Common To Young Children ...show more »And Methods Of Promoting Wellness And Fitness. Also Addressed Are Child Safety, Emergency Preparedness And Procedures, And Child Mental Health. Educ 1006 Child, Family, And Community Relationships (5 Cr.) A Survey Of The Ways In Which Professionals And Families Work Together For The Benefit Of Young Children, This Course Offers A Study Of Formal And Informal Communication Strategies; Family Participation In Group Settings; Family Education; Advocacy For Families; And The Impact Of Family, Culture, And Community On Children’s Development And Learning Within Early Childhood Programs. Special Attention Is Given To Supporting Child And Family Resiliency Within The Context Of Divorce, Child Abuse And Neglect, Illness And Death Of Family Members, And Life In Today’s Complex Society. Educ 1011 Making Connections: The Early Childhood Field (2 Cr.) The Early Childhood Field And Related Themes, Issues, And Controversies Are Explored In This Course. Students Will Make Connections Between The Key Topics And Their Own Personal Experiences, Interests, And Aspirations; Other Coursework; Current Research; Real-world Early Childhood Settings; And Future Trends, Challenges, And Possibilities Within The Field Of Early Care And Education. «show less

This course examines the variables related to teaching and learning. Topics include teaching methods, educational achievement, learning environments, curriculum development, and characteristics of teachers and learners. Educational assessment, environmental issues, and educational research techniques are also explored.

This course provides an overview of physical, cognitive/language, and social and emotional development in children from birth through adolescence. Students will explore prevailing philosophies and theories of child development and form their own child development philosophy. The latest research and thinking with regard to the conditions that affect children’s learning and development, such as risk factors, developmental variations, temperament, rate of maturation, innate abilities, culture, family, community, and societal influences, will be addressed across developmental domains and stages.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to how children develop will be the focus of this course. Students make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities related to the developing child.

This course presents an overview of the impact of nutrition, safety, and health on the growth and development of the young child. Students will examine the professional’s role in supporting children’s healthy development within the context of early childhood care and education and family and community settings. Topics include prevention of health problems common to young children and methods of promoting wellness and fitness. Also addressed are child safety, emergency preparedness and procedures, and child mental health.

A survey of the ways in which professionals and families work together for the benefit of young children, this course offers a study of formal and informal communication strategies; family participation in group settings; family education; advocacy for families; and the impact of family, culture, and community on children’s development and learning within early childhood programs. Special attention is given to supporting child and family resiliency within the context of divorce, child abuse and neglect, illness and death of family members, and life in today’s complex society.

Children’s overall well-being is related not only to their health and safety but also to quality relationships among early childhood professionals, family, and community members. This course examines themes, issues, and challenges related to the fostering of children’s overall well-being. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, developments, and possibilities related to healthy growth and development within early childhood, family, and community settings.

This survey course focuses on the power and quality of children’s literature—birth through adolescence. A wide variety of genres are explored with emphasis on how children’s literature can delight and inspire young readers as well as promote respect for diversity. Students will learn the characteristics of high-quality literature and engage in critical evaluation and selection of books from various genres and for specific age groups. Students also learn about prominent authors, illustrators, and book awards.

Themes, issues, and developments in the foundations of literacy will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities within the fields of language development and children’s literature.

This course presents developmentally appropriate formal and informal assessments, including observational techniques for assessing young children’s development and learning. Students will learn how to use specific tools, and the data generated from them, to inform effective decision-making and instructional planning. Also addressed are ethical and legal considerations as well as other related issues and controversies.

In the context that all individuals are unique, this course provides an overview of exceptionalities in children from birth through adolescence. Early identification, referral, intervention, inclusion, and the related psychosocial needs of children and their families are highlighted. In addition, the course provides an overview of federal and state legislation that guides educational requirements.

Themes, issues, and controversies related to the special needs and individuality of children will be explored in this course. Students will make connections between the key topics and their own personal experiences, interests, and aspirations; other coursework; current research; real-world early childhood settings; and future trends, challenges, and possibilities associated with understanding and meeting the needs of individual children and their families.

This course emphasizes the importance of being responsive to the languages and cultures of individual children and their families and communities in order to effectively support learning and development. The course will broaden students’ understanding of culture as a framework that includes not only language and ethnicity, but also gender, socioeconomic status, exceptionalities, family configuration, sexual orientation, personal interests, and many other aspects of one’s individuality. In addition, students will reflect on their own cultural frameworks and examine personal attitudes and beliefs.

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

Hlth 1000 Concepts Of Health Promotion (5 Cr.) This Course Provides A Definition Of Health And Examines The Many Influences That Shape Our Individual And Collective Perceptions Of Health. Consideration Is Given To The Health-wellness Continuum, Including A Number Of Factors Such As The Presence Or Absence Of Disease, Injury, Environment, Genetics, Culture, And Other Behavioral, Demographic, Psychological, And Social Forces. Evidence-based Methodologies For Interventions To Promote Health And Enhance Wellness Are Examined. (prerequisite: Comm 1001.)

This course provides a systems-level analysis of the implications of healthcare policy on issues of access, equity, affordability, and social justice in healthcare delivery. Legislative, regulatory, and financial processes relevant to the organization and provision of healthcare services are examined with attention to their impact on quality and safety in the practice environment and disparities in the healthcare system. (Prerequisite: HLTH 1000.)

This Course Focuses On The Principles Governing The Study And Practice Of Epidemiology. Consideration Is Given To The Various Methods Available To Health Professionals For Selecting And Measuring Factors Of Interest, Describing Their Distribution, Detecting Associations, And Identifying Populations At Risk. The Features, Advantages, And Limitations Of Common Epidemiologic Research Designs Are Addressed. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

This Course Examines The Basic Components Required For The Conduct Of Health-related Research And Provides Students With The Analytical Tools Needed To Understand And Assess Research Methods Described In The Scientific Literature. Basic Research Methods Are Described, Including Surveys, Observational Studies, Experimental And Quasi-experimental Design, Use Of Primary And Secondary Data, And Statistical Techniques For Analyzing And Interpreting Data. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

This Course Examines The Cultural And Behavioral Issues That Influence The Management And Delivery Of Healthcare Services And Provides A Framework For Assessing The Effect Of Culture And Behavior In A Variety Of Settings And Situations. Health Disparities Attributable To Diverse Cultural And Behavioral Factors Are Identified And Their Implications For Healthcare Policy Are Discussed. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

This Course Provides An Overview Of The Effects Of Aging On Health And Development Across The Entire Human Lifespan. Physical, Social, Emotional, And Cognitive Milestones Are Examined In Childhood, Adolescence, Adulthood, And Old Age With A Particular Emphasis On The Significant Changes That Occur Toward The End Of Life. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

This course examines the use of information technology in public health practice to access, interpret, and evaluate data for decision support and effective communication. Consideration is given to the application of legal and ethical principles in the dissemination of information in public health settings as well as the use of informatics methods and resources as strategic tools to promote public health. The collaborative approach to the design, implementation, and evaluation of informatics programs is also addressed.

This Course Explores The Legal And Ethical Issues That Are Fundamental To The Practice Of Healthcare And The Conduct Of Health-related Research. A Historical Overview Of Events And Milestones That Have Shaped The Contemporary Regulatory Landscape Is Provided. Specific Topics Include Privacy And Confidentiality, Informed Consent, And Licensing And Malpractice, Among Others. The Course Also Considers Ethical Decision-making Models For Ensuring Quality, Safety, And Appropriateness Of Healthcare And Services. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

This Course Introduces Students To A Patient-centered Interdisciplinary Model For Healthcare Delivery In Which Individual Practitioners Collaborate As Members Of A Team. The Benefits Of Such An Approach For Patients And Providers, With Emphasis On Improved Outcomes, Will Be Examined. Potential Obstacles And Institutional Barriers, Such As Delineation Of Responsibilities, Reimbursement, And Licensing, Are Also Considered. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

This Course Will Examine Major Issues In Acute And Long-term Healthcare Policy And Practice From The Perspective Of The Patient And The Provider. Topics Include Access, Affordability, Insurance, Quality, Safety, And Technology. Special Consideration Will Be Given To The Social, Institutional, Economic, And Regulatory Contexts In Which Services Are Delivered. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

The Course Is Designed To Provide An Overview Of Public And Global Health Issues That Transcend National Borders, Class, Race, Ethnicity, And Culture. The Role Of The Healthcare Provider In Preserving And Promoting Health Among Diverse Populations Is Discussed. Students Will Consider Global Health And Their Role In Health Promotion, Protection, And Maintenance And Illness Prevention Of Targeted Populations. Principles Of Epidemiology And The Sociopolitical Factors That Impact Health And Well-being Are Explored. (prerequisites: Hlth 1000 And Hlth 1005.)

The capstone project concludes the program. This practical, real-world application requires participants to apply the knowledge, skills, and dispositions learned in this program to an actual educational environment. Serving as a consultant, participants will examine a school or district’s curriculum plans against a set of data and make recommendations for improvement and reform.

This course provides an overview of physical, cognitive/language, and social and emotional development in children from birth through adolescence. Students will explore prevailing philosophies and theories of child development and form their own child development philosophy. The latest research and thinking with regard to the conditions that affect children’s learning and development, such as risk factors, developmental variations, temperament, rate of maturation, innate abilities, culture, family, community, and societal influences, will be addressed across developmental domains and stages.

This course presents an overview of the impact of nutrition, safety, and health on the growth and development of the young child. Students will examine the professional’s role in supporting children’s healthy development within the context of early childhood care and education and family and community settings. Topics include prevention of health problems common to young children and methods of promoting wellness and fitness. Also addressed are child safety, emergency preparedness and procedures, and child mental health.

A survey of the ways in which professionals and families work together for the benefit of young children, this course offers a study of formal and informal communication strategies; family participation in group settings; family education; advocacy for families; and the impact of family, culture, and community on children’s development and learning within early childhood programs. Special attention is given to supporting child and family resiliency within the context of divorce, child abuse and neglect, illness and death of family members, and life in today’s complex society.

In the context that all individuals are unique, this course provides an overview of exceptionalities in children from birth through adolescence. Early identification, referral, intervention, inclusion, and the related psychosocial needs of children and their families are highlighted. In addition, the course provides an overview of federal and state legislation that guides educational requirements.

This course emphasizes the importance of being responsive to the languages and cultures of individual children and their families and communities in order to effectively support learning and development. The course will broaden students’ understanding of culture as a framework that includes not only language and ethnicity, but also gender, socioeconomic status, exceptionalities, family configuration, sexual orientation, personal interests, and many other aspects of one’s individuality. In addition, students will reflect on their own cultural frameworks and examine personal attitudes and beliefs.

This course focuses on current research in the field of infant/toddler mental health. Students study protective and risk factors in family environments; social and emotional developmental challenges; developmentally appropriate infant/toddler screening and assessment; diagnostic classification systems for infant/toddler mental health; effective intervention strategies; and collaborative services approaches.

Humans undergo rather amazing developmental changes across the lifespan. Significant changes occur during the period spanning from the in utero stage to young adulthood. In this course, students are introduced to key theories related to the development of infants, children, and adolescents. Topics include social, biological, and cognitive maturation processes. Cross-cultural issues in development are discussed.

How do people learn, and what are the strategies that maximize learning This course provides students with an introduction to the cognitive and behavioral bases of learning and memory. Topics include classical and operant conditioning, introduction to theories of short- and long-term memory, and cognitive science approaches to learning. Students apply principles learned to optimizing their own performance.

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

Psychology as it is known today has its roots in philosophy and in the natural sciences such as biology and chemistry. In this first of a two-course sequence, students explore major theories and topics related to the natural science aspect of the science of psychology. Topics include methods of analysis, learning, memory, cognitive principles, brain functioning as it relates to psychology, sensation, perception, evolution, motivation, and emotions. The focus of this course is on an understanding of how biological and physiological processes influence behavior

Contemporary psychology is, in many ways, the study of how people interact, relate, and develop as members of society. In this second part of a two-course sequence, students are introduced to the principle theories, topics, and applications related to the social science aspects of psychology including social, developmental, cultural, personality, and abnormal psychology. Students apply what they learn to case studies and real-life examples, focusing on how individuals are influenced by their environments.

Contemporary Life Requires The Ability To Relate To People Who Are Different. Students In This Course Will Examine Key Concepts Related To Understanding Life In A Multicultural World. Topics Include Theories Of Culture, The Role Of Psychology In Understanding Oppression, Acculturation, Cultural Aspects Of Cognition, Mental Health, Physical Health, Aggression, And Emotion. Students Will Be Able To Explain How Behavior Is Affected By An Increasingly Diverse And Multicultural World. (prerequisite: Psyc 1001, Psyc 1002, Or Psyc 1003.)

One of the hallmarks of science, and of advertisers, is the use of numbers to convince people that a particular point of view is correct. In this course, students are introduced to basic statistical principles. Topics include creating and presenting descriptive statistics, introduction to hypothesis testing, two-group inferential tests, correlation, and the chi-squared test. The goal of the course is for students to be comfortable using statistics and to better understand the importance of statistics to research.

The interpretation of what is experienced can be influenced by a variety of factors cloud judgment. In this course, students learn about research methods used to test hypotheses in an objective and systematic way to minimize biases which results in drawing better conclusions. Topics include correlation versus experimental methods, validity and reliability dependent and independent variables; qualitative versus quantitative research, and statistical versus clinical prediction. Students conduct a simple experiment and write up the results using American Psychological Association format.

What do psychologists do How does one use the knowledge taught in a psychology program to uphold ethical standards that foster a healthy science and society In this course, students integrate the knowledge and skills attained through the diverse views and perspectives represented in their psychology major coursework. Through analysis of case studies, students demonstrate their understanding of psychology and its relationship to being a socially responsible social scientist and citizen of the world.

It Has Been Said That No Person Is An Island, Meaning, In Part, That People Are Influenced By Others And By The Social Situations In Which They Find Themselves. This Course Focuses On The Basic Concepts And Applications Of Social Psychology And Includes Such Topics As Attitudes, Beliefs, And Behavior; Stereotyping, Prejudice, And Discrimination; Interpersonal Relationships; Group Behavior; And The Effect Of Environmental Stressors On Behavior. Students Apply Principles Learned To Case Studies And To Situations In Daily Life. (prerequisite: Psyc 1001, Psyc 1002, Or Psyc 1003.)

This course focuses on current research in the field of infant/toddler mental health. Students study protective and risk factors in family environments; social and emotional developmental challenges; developmentally appropriate infant/toddler screening and assessment; diagnostic classification systems for infant/toddler mental health; effective intervention strategies; and collaborative services approaches.

This course provides an overview of the way culture impacts “typical” conceptions of infant/toddler development and interactions. Students focus on the ability to form healthy working relationships and respectful partnerships with the families of infants and toddlers across a range of cultures. Included is an investigation into the meaning of various child-rearing behaviors and how they relate to family expectations and cultural traditions with the goal of developing culturally appropriate practices.

Offering an in-depth look at infant growth and development, this course emphasizes the role of the caregiver, components of high-quality caregiver-child relationships, and strategies for ensuring developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, and culturally appropriate practice. Additional topics include understanding and working with families, observation skills, attachment, separation, continuity of care, brain development, and creating nurturing environments for very young children and their families.

Offering an in-depth look at toddler growth and development, this course emphasizes the role of the toddler caregiver/teacher, the components of high-quality adult-child relationships, and strategies for ensuring developmentally appropriate, individually appropriate, and culturally appropriate practice. Additional topics include observation skills, attachment, separation, working with families, and creating inspiring and supportive environments for young children and their families.

Working within a diverse and complex society, today’s healthcare professionals must be receptive to differences across various cultural and ethnic groups. Professionals need to be able to anticipate challenges and effectively manage diversity issues in cross-cultural situations. Students in the Health and Cultural Diversity concentration will examine the sociocultural factors that impact health, such as ethnicity, culture, religion, education, and gender. You can also: * Learn how to recognize differences in communication styles across cultures. * Develop greater cultural competence as a health professional working in a diverse global society. * Discover the impact that cultural differences have on individual responses to health-related conditions, such as pain, stress, and illness. * Promote social change by respecting, valuing, and understanding the beliefs and norms of various cultural groups. The Health and Cultural Diversity concentration is a great choice if you are interested in working within a nonprofit, government, or nongovernmental agency or within an international organization or agency, such as the World Health Organization or the United Nations. Completion Requirements * 181 total quarter credits (including 45 cr. completed at Walden) o General Education courses (45 cr.) o Core courses (56 cr.) o Concentration courses (30 cr.) o Elective courses (45 cr.) o Capstone course (5 cr.)

Working within a diverse and complex society, today’s healthcare professionals must be receptive to differences across various cultural and ethnic groups. Professionals need to be able to anticipate challenges and effectively manage diversity issues in cross-cultural situations. Students in the Health and Cultural Diversity concentration will examine the sociocultural factors that impact health, such as ethnicity, culture, religion, education, and gender. You can also: * Learn how to recognize differences in communication styles across cultures. * Develop greater cultural competence as a health professional working in a diverse global society. * Discover the impact that cultural differences have on individual responses to health-related conditions, such as pain, stress, and illness. * Promote social change by respecting, valuing, and understanding the beliefs and norms of various cultural groups. The Health and Cultural Diversity concentration is a great choice if you are interested in working within a nonprofit, government, or nongovernmental agency or within an international organization or agency, such as the World Health Organization or the United Nations. Completion Requirements * 181 total quarter credits (including 45 cr. completed at Walden) o General Education courses (45 cr.) o Core courses (56 cr.) o Concentration courses (30 cr.) o Elective courses (45 cr.) o Capstone course (5 cr.)

What is it that influences people to take actions, sometimes in spite of their best intentions This course examines major concepts of related to influence and persuasion, an important area of social psychology. Topics include attitudes and how to change attitudes; attitudes and behavior change; communication; media and consumer behavior; politics; and influence by leaders. Students apply principles of influence and persuasion to case studies and to real-life experiences.

While Psychology Tends To Be “western” In Focus, Increased Globalization Has Provided Insights Into A Broader Explanation Of Human Behavior, As Well As An Examination Of The Influence Of Cultural And Global Trends On Individual And Group Behavior. In This Course, Students Explore A Variety Of Perspectives In Psychology And Some Of The Issues And Controversies Such Differing Perspectives Raise. Topics Include Cultural Relativism; Cross-cultural Research On Sex And Gender, Aggression, Influence, Perceptions, And Cognition; And Cross-cultural Research—how It Is Conducted And Why It Is Important. Students Critically Evaluate Psychological Issues From A Global Rather Than A Domestic Perspective. (prerequisite: Psyc 1002, Psyc 1003, Psyc 3002, Or Psyc 3003.)

This course is designed to provide students with a practical application of the contemporary communication skills necessary for career development and career success. Topics include investigation of career fields and the communication and technology skills that are essential to those careers. Examples include technology-supported written, oral, private, and public communication. Students will be able to assess and analyze their personal communication and technology skills and strategize ways to apply them as part of their professional development goals. Note about required first courses: Students should review the program description section of this Walden University Catalog carefully to determine which first course is required.

Psychology as it is known today has its roots in philosophy and in the natural sciences such as biology and chemistry. In this first of a two-course sequence, students explore major theories and topics related to the natural science aspect of the science of psychology. Topics include methods of analysis, learning, memory, cognitive principles, brain functioning as it relates to psychology, sensation, perception, evolution, motivation, and emotions. The focus of this course is on an understanding of how biological and physiological processes influence behavior

Contemporary psychology is, in many ways, the study of how people interact, relate, and develop as members of society. In this second part of a two-course sequence, students are introduced to the principle theories, topics, and applications related to the social science aspects of psychology including social, developmental, cultural, personality, and abnormal psychology. Students apply what they learn to case studies and real-life examples, focusing on how individuals are influenced by their environments.

Contemporary Life Requires The Ability To Relate To People Who Are Different. Students In This Course Will Examine Key Concepts Related To Understanding Life In A Multicultural World. Topics Include Theories Of Culture, The Role Of Psychology In Understanding Oppression, Acculturation, Cultural Aspects Of Cognition, Mental Health, Physical Health, Aggression, And Emotion. Students Will Be Able To Explain How Behavior Is Affected By An Increasingly Diverse And Multicultural World. (prerequisite: Psyc 1001, Psyc 1002, Or Psyc 1003.)

One of the hallmarks of science, and of advertisers, is the use of numbers to convince people that a particular point of view is correct. In this course, students are introduced to basic statistical principles. Topics include creating and presenting descriptive statistics, introduction to hypothesis testing, two-group inferential tests, correlation, and the chi-squared test. The goal of the course is for students to be comfortable using statistics and to better understand the importance of statistics to research.

The interpretation of what is experienced can be influenced by a variety of factors cloud judgment. In this course, students learn about research methods used to test hypotheses in an objective and systematic way to minimize biases which results in drawing better conclusions. Topics include correlation versus experimental methods, validity and reliability dependent and independent variables; qualitative versus quantitative research, and statistical versus clinical prediction. Students conduct a simple experiment and write up the results using American Psychological Association format.

What do psychologists do How does one use the knowledge taught in a psychology program to uphold ethical standards that foster a healthy science and society In this course, students integrate the knowledge and skills attained through the diverse views and perspectives represented in their psychology major coursework. Through analysis of case studies, students demonstrate their understanding of psychology and its relationship to being a socially responsible social scientist and citizen of the world.

Humans undergo rather amazing developmental changes across the lifespan. Significant changes occur during the period spanning from the in utero stage to young adulthood. In this course, students are introduced to key theories related to the development of infants, children, and adolescents. Topics include social, biological, and cognitive maturation processes. Cross-cultural issues in development are discussed.

It Has Been Said That No Person Is An Island, Meaning, In Part, That People Are Influenced By Others And By The Social Situations In Which They Find Themselves. This Course Focuses On The Basic Concepts And Applications Of Social Psychology And Includes Such Topics As Attitudes, Beliefs, And Behavior; Stereotyping, Prejudice, And Discrimination; Interpersonal Relationships; Group Behavior; And The Effect Of Environmental Stressors On Behavior. Students Apply Principles Learned To Case Studies And To Situations In Daily Life. (prerequisite: Psyc 1001, Psyc 1002, Or Psyc 1003.)

How do people learn, and what are the strategies that maximize learning This course provides students with an introduction to the cognitive and behavioral bases of learning and memory. Topics include classical and operant conditioning, introduction to theories of short- and long-term memory, and cognitive science approaches to learning. Students apply principles learned to optimizing their own performance.

This course presents developmentally appropriate formal and informal assessments, including observational techniques for assessing young children’s development and learning. Students will learn how to use specific tools, and the data generated from them, to inform effective decision-making and instructional planning. Also addressed are ethical and legal considerations as well as other related issues and controversies.

Proactive guidance and positive, safe learning environments promote healthy child development and learning. This course focuses on understanding and fostering social and emotional development in preschool-age children and provides students with strategies for establishing classroom communities in which all children feel safe, valued, and respected. Topics include teaching social skills, routines, and procedures; collaborating with families; preventing and working with challenging behaviors; developing problem-solving abilities; and organizing the classroom setting to support learning, cooperation, and social and emotional growth.

In the context that all individuals are unique, this course provides an overview of exceptionalities in children from birth through adolescence. Early identification, referral, intervention, inclusion, and the related psychosocial needs of children and their families are highlighted. In addition, the course provides an overview of federal and state legislation that guides educational requirements.

Offering an in-depth look at the development and learning of preschoolers, this course focuses on developmentally appropriate theory, practices, and environments that enhance children’s development and learning in each of the domains (physical, social, emotional, and cognitive/language). Special areas of focus include the integral roles of play and creativity in children’s learning; the role of observation as it relates to establishing a child-centered approach to planning curriculum and assessing young children; promoting pro-social, anti-bias learning communities; and being responsive to and inclusive of children’s family members.

Working within a diverse and complex society, today’s healthcare professionals must be receptive to differences across various cultural and ethnic groups. Professionals need to be able to anticipate challenges and effectively manage diversity issues in cross-cultural situations. Students in the Health and Cultural Diversity concentration will examine the sociocultural factors that impact health, such as ethnicity, culture, religion, education, and gender. You can also: * Learn how to recognize differences in communication styles across cultures. * Develop greater cultural competence as a health professional working in a diverse global society. * Discover the impact that cultural differences have on individual responses to health-related conditions, such as pain, stress, and illness. * Promote social change by respecting, valuing, and understanding the beliefs and norms of various cultural groups. The Health and Cultural Diversity concentration is a great choice if you are interested in working within a nonprofit, government, or nongovernmental agency or within an international organization or agency, such as the World Health Organization or the United Nations. Completion Requirements * 181 total quarter credits (including 45 cr. completed at Walden) o General Education courses (45 cr.) o Core courses (56 cr.) o Concentration courses (30 cr.) o Elective courses (45 cr.) o Capstone course (5 cr.)

Working within a diverse and complex society, today’s healthcare professionals must be receptive to differences across various cultural and ethnic groups. Professionals need to be able to anticipate challenges and effectively manage diversity issues in cross-cultural situations. Students in the Health and Cultural Diversity concentration will examine the sociocultural factors that impact health, such as ethnicity, culture, religion, education, and gender. You can also: * Learn how to recognize differences in communication styles across cultures. * Develop greater cultural competence as a health professional working in a diverse global society. * Discover the impact that cultural differences have on individual responses to health-related conditions, such as pain, stress, and illness. * Promote social change by respecting, valuing, and understanding the beliefs and norms of various cultural groups. The Health and Cultural Diversity concentration is a great choice if you are interested in working within a nonprofit, government, or nongovernmental agency or within an international organization or agency, such as the World Health Organization or the United Nations. Completion Requirements * 181 total quarter credits (including 45 cr. completed at Walden) o General Education courses (45 cr.) o Core courses (56 cr.) o Concentration courses (30 cr.) o Elective courses (45 cr.) o Capstone course (5 cr.)

What is it that influences people to take actions, sometimes in spite of their best intentions This course examines major concepts of related to influence and persuasion, an important area of social psychology. Topics include attitudes and how to change attitudes; attitudes and behavior change; communication; media and consumer behavior; politics; and influence by leaders. Students apply principles of influence and persuasion to case studies and to real-life experiences.

While Psychology Tends To Be “western” In Focus, Increased Globalization Has Provided Insights Into A Broader Explanation Of Human Behavior, As Well As An Examination Of The Influence Of Cultural And Global Trends On Individual And Group Behavior. In This Course, Students Explore A Variety Of Perspectives In Psychology And Some Of The Issues And Controversies Such Differing Perspectives Raise. Topics Include Cultural Relativism; Cross-cultural Research On Sex And Gender, Aggression, Influence, Perceptions, And Cognition; And Cross-cultural Research—how It Is Conducted And Why It Is Important. Students Critically Evaluate Psychological Issues From A Global Rather Than A Domestic Perspective. (prerequisite: Psyc 1002, Psyc 1003, Psyc 3002, Or Psyc 3003.)

A survey course which discusses the similarities and differences in young children, the components of quality early childhood education programs, and the role of the professional early childhood educator. Study Guide: Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education Textbook: Introduction to Early Childhood Education

This course presents a variety of theoretical viewpoints to provide students with a well-balanced view of a child’s developmental process. Current studies and research provide students with an understanding of the principal topics of child psychology as well as recent trends in socially relevant problem areas. Study Guide: Child Growth and Development Textbook: Childhood and Adolescence: Voyages in Development

Information On The Importance Of Health Safety And Nutrition As Crucial Factors In The Development Of Young Children. Provides Strategies For The Monitoring Of Standards In The Care Environment And Development Of Good Habits In Young Children. Study Guide: Health Safety And Nutrition For The Young Child Textbook: Health Safety And Nutrition For The Young Child Note To Students: This Certificate Of Completion Fulfills The Requirement For 120 Hours Of Formal Education Required To Obtain Your Cda Credential. In Addition, You Must Meet The Following Eligibility Requirements: Be 18 Years Of Age Or Older, Hold A High School Diploma Or Ged, Have 480 Hours Of Experience Working With Children In The Last 5 Years.