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CDEC-1264-001 Practicum - Child Development Observation Techniques
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college and student.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(2 sem hrs; 20 hrs practicum)
Online Course
Jablon, Dombrom and Dichtelmiller. The Power of Observation for Birth Through Eight, Second EditionÂ.
**You are not required to purchase this textbook. You can check one out from the classroom set for the semester. We will discuss this at the first class.**
Students need access to reliable internet. Some assignments can be submitted by smartphone or tablet in addition to a computer. Students can download the free Blackboard app to view course announcements, assignments and grades.
Course Objectives:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of principles of growth and development.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of normal developmental stages in physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains.
3. Gain insight into observation as a tool for teacher in a classroom setting.
4. Discuss types and techniques of objective observation.
5. Demonstrate skills in the practical application of developmental principles and theories, objective observation techniques, and recognition of normal growth and developmental patterns.
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To satisfactorily complete this course, the student will:
1. Complete 240 clock hours of observation in an early childhood setting which includes children between infant and preschool age.
2. Attend all class sessions. Absences can significantly lower a grade.
3. Come prepared for each session.
4. Complete all assignments on time.
Grading:
30% Observation Hours
20% Anecdotal Record
20% Attendance
20% Weekly Assignments
10% Required Supervisor Paperwork
=100%
A=90-100%
B=80-89%
C=70-79%
D=60-69%
F=59 or lower
Please remember, if you do not complete the class and fail to drop the course it is an automatic F on your transcript.
Make-up Policy: Any project or assignment that is not turned in on-time will result in points deducted. Failure to turn in completed assignments will result in a lower grade. Please keep me informed if an assignment will be late. I will work with you and help you make a plan, if needed.
Practicum/Observation Hours:
You will complete at least 20 hours a week (total of 240 hours by the final class date) of practicum/observation time with children ages birth to 5 years old. If you are doing your observation hours at your work place,an External Learning Agreement Form must be returned with the packet that you and your supervisor will have signed. This will usually be your regular work schedule and making your usual careful observations of children, but may also include some time with children of different ages depending on your classroom assignment. This practicum is intended to help you be a professional and, on-the-job-training, as provided with this class, is a special opportunity to develop those professional capabilities.
Grading for Observation hours: 240 hours = 100 points
230 hours =89 points
220 hours = 79 points
210 hours =69 points
Below 210 hours =No grade for course
Students who are working with young children may complete the practicum hours by observing at their work location.
Your supervisor is to sign the forms contained in the observation experience packet. Changes in the work place are to be shared with me as soon as possible, such as changing job locations or moving to a new supervisor.
External Learning Experiences Packet:
Students will be asked to submit the External Learning Experience Training Agreement which will include information and a signature from the student’s supervisor. At the conclusion of the observation experience, the student’s supervisor is asked to complete the External Learning Experience Student Evaluation. At the same time, the student will complete the Student Objective Report Form.
Students are also required to keep a weekly Record of Observation sheet documenting the date, time and ages of observation. This log is to be brought to class each time so that the instructor may sign off on the log.
All four documents—the External Learning Experience Training Agreement, External Learning Experience Student Evaluation, Student Objective Report Form, and the Record of Observation Sheet will be due at the final class of the semester.
Observation Notes:
Your observation notes should be hand-written “scratch notes” during your observations of children. You will record your observations in your Anecdotal Form to identify what milestone the child achieved according to the Observation Items in the Child Observation Record. You are required to observe at least 25 items to record in your Child Observation Record; although you will have many more recorded in your hand-written scratch notes. During each class period, I will check your original “scratch” notes to see that you have done them, but you will keep them. Your Anecdote Form will be turned in at the end of the course in your notebook as part of your final project.
*Please use code names or initials for the children you observe so as to prevent sharing of personal information of the children you are observing.
Participation:
This class meets only 4 times. Your participation in these classes are how you learn and how you share your learning with others.
Attending class will also be a very important part of your participation grade. Class will begin on time, every time and will end on time as well. Barring an illness or emergency, arriving late and leaving early will affect your participation grade.
Please call me as soon as you know you will miss a class, and I will advise you about any make-up work to be completed.
Writing Assignments:
Starting in Week 2, students will be able to choose 2 assignments to complete for that week. Incorrect grammar, spelling and punctuation will negatively affect your grade.
Next Step Recommendation (Anecdotal Summary): This paper will include a description of your child’s interests, giving examples of actual observations. It will also include a description of the child’s developmental stage they are currently in, what stage they will be going to next, if you feel that your Teacher Initiated Activity would still be appropriate for the child now, and description of what you learned that will make you a better teacher through this experience. There is no page requirement on this assignment but it must adequate cover each topic but must have correct formatting. We will discuss this thoroughly in our Google Meet.
Attendance will be taken and is expected. Times will be set up between the instructor and students as indicated in blackboard.
Week 1 (due March 29)
Google Meet with the instructor
The following assignments are in the Week 1 Folder:
Week 2 (Due April 5)
Week 3 (Due April 12)
Week 4 & 5 (Due April 26)
Week 6-8 (Due May 12)
Course Purpose:
Ideally, this should be your first semester at AC in the Child Development Program. We planned this particular course to give you a firm understanding of children, through the process of observation & reflection, as well as the role of the teacher as you begin this degree plan. You will be introduced to some key concepts that educators use to provide high quality experiences to young children. You will see a variety of examples of high quality in videos and in your observations. All of the assignments, activities, and readings should help you prepare for an exciting career.
We also want to use this class to introduce you to AC and the types of services available to you. This department wants you to have a very successful beginning to your college life, and we want you to have a long and proud career with children. If you ever need assistance with AC procedures or with obtaining help with AC requirements, we will be here for you. Students who work hard and show commitment to their studies should have lots of doors open to them. Please let us know how we can help you achieve your dream.
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