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Early Childhood Education 1
This semester course introduces students to child-related careers and the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA). Instruction is given regarding developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and curriculum and facility design for young children. Early Childhood Education lab training may be a part of the course. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education. Student leadership and competitive events (FCCLA) may be integrated into this course. Previous completion of the Child Development course is REQUIRED.

GENERAL INFORMATION

COURSE STATE STANDARDS
Early Childhood Education IA Standards ADA
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE/COURSE DISCLOSURE
Early Childhood Education 1A, 1B, 2 CDA Portfolio Components
ECE CDA Dividers 5th edition
ECEA Scope And Seq
PERFORMANCE DOCUMENTATION
Early Childhood Education IA
Early Childhood Education IA Summary Score Sheet

STRAND 1
Students will identify and/or demonstrate Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP).

STRAND 1 LESSON IDEAS & RESOURCES

Standard 1: Identify developmentally appropriate (DAP) activities for young children.
Child Care Unit 1: Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Developmentally Appropriate Practices and Teaching Techniques
How Children Learn

Standard 2: Interpret positive guidance techniques for preschoolers.
Discipline and Guidance

Standard 3: Incorporate observation techniques and guidelines while studying children and developing strategies to meet their needs.
Anecdotal Record
Five-Year-Old Checklist
Four-Year-Old Checklist
Observation Overview
Observation Record
Observation Summary Rubric
Observations: Preschool Observations
Observations: TMT #3 Child Portfolio
Observing Young Children
Participation Chart
Preschool Observation
Preschool Group Observation
Rating Scale
Toddler Observation
Value of Play
“Whole Child” Observation

Standard 4: Identify appropriate environmental space arrangement.
Layout of a Preschool Lesson Plan
Preschool Layout Designs
Preschool Layout Key
Preschool Layout Worksheet
Room Arrangement

Performance Skill 1: Evaluate a developmentally appropriate learning environment.

STRAND 1 TESTS OR QUIZZES
STRAND 1 WEB RESOURCES

STRAND 2
Students will develop age-appropriate curriculum for young children.

STRAND 2 LESSON IDEAS & RESOURCES
Standard 1: Identify components of curriculum planning.
Activity Outline Template
Child Care Unit 2: Curriculum Planning
Importance of Planning
Literacy ABCs
Objective writing Practice
Objective formula

Standard 2: Create DAP learning experiences for preschoolers.
Activity Evaluation
Activity Outline Template with Rubric
Activity Outline Examples #1
Activity Outline Examples # 2
Apple Crisp Recipe
April/May Graduation Songs
Art
Creative Movement
Dramatic Play
Full Lesson Plan Template Fremont 2018
Math
Science
Transitions

Performance Skill 2
Create a developmentally appropriate English Language Arts lesson plan; include objective, content area, concepts, procedure, rationale and transitions CDA Resource Collection I-3 *CDA pg. 13

Performance Skill 3
Create a bibliography of 10 Developmentally Appropriate Children’s Books CDA Resource Collection III *CDA pg. 13

Performance Skill 4
Create a developmentally appropriate Mathematic lesson plan; include objective, content area, concepts, procedure, rationale and transitions
CDA Resource Collection I-3 *CDA pg. 13

Performance Skill 5
Create a developmentally appropriate Science/Sensory lesson plan; include objective, content area, concepts, procedure, rationale and
transitions CDA Resource Collection I-3 *CDA pg. 13

Performance Skill 6
Create a developmentally appropriate Emotional Skills/Regulation lesson plan; include objective, content area, concepts, procedure, rationale and
transitions CDA Resource Collection I-3 *CDA pg. 13

Performance Skill 7
Create a developmentally appropriate Creative Arts lesson plan; include objective, content area, concepts, procedure, rationale and transitions
CDA Resource Collection I-3 *CDA pg. 13

STRAND 2 TESTS OR QUIZZES
STRAND 2 WEB RESOURCES

STRAND 3
Students will evaluate the quality of various early childhood programs and review requirements for obtaining the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

STRAND 3 LESSON IDEAS & RESOURCES
Standard 1: Classify the types of child care programs by category.
Child Care Unit 3: The Child Care Center

Standard 2: Identify the requirements for and advantages of obtaining the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
CDA Information

Performance Skill 8
Keep an ongoing log of CDA professional education and work experience hours *CDA pg. 8-10

STRAND 3 TESTS OR QUIZZES
STRAND 3 WEB RESOURCES
5 Reasons To Earn A CDA
Top 5 Reasons to Get Your CDA
T.E.A.C.H. ECE Scholarship Information

ADDITIONAL GENERAL INFORMATION

ENTIRE COURSE TESTS OR QUIZZES
ENTIRE COURSE WEB/COURSE RESOURCES
Canvas in ECE
All Preschool Standards
All preschool standards for teacher use (extended)
All Preschool Standards Condensed and explained