by appointment only
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Student Service Center office 112. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
The Tutoring for Success policy applies to any student whose grade or performance in the course falls below a departmentally determined minimum threshold. In either of those cases, the instructor will direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. Under this policy, the instructor will follow specific departmental guidelines governing the use, duration, and grade component of the tutoring need.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
CDEC-1196-001 Special Topics in Administration for Programs for Young Children
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
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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.
(1 sem hr; 1 lec)
Online Course
None (on-line articles will serve as the text for this course)
Computer and Internet access
1. Learn about various types of qualilty early childhood programs.
2. Learn about standards and research relating to quality early childhood programs.
3. Explore various quality early childhood programs.
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
1. Complete all assignments on time.
2. Participate in online activities.
3. Read assigned articles.
4. Complete final project.
On-line discussion forum postings: 33%
Article summary assignments: 34%
Final Project: 33%
A=90-100, B=80-89, C=70-79, D=60-69, F=59 or below
You will be expected to attend class weekly (log-in to the course). Assignments are your responsibility and are expected to be turned in on time. Failure to do so will result in a lower grade.
Week 1: NAEYC & Finding quality care
Week 2: Signs of quality preschools & Defining quality programs
Week 3: Features of quality childcare & Teachers in quality programs
Week 4: Texas minimum licensing standards & Teacher-child ratios
Week 5: Requirements of quality programs & Family Involvement
Week 6: Examples of quality programs & Quality care checklist
Week 7: Quality Rating Systems & Professional development
Week 8: An ideal quality program & Final Project
All assignments are due on Sundays by 11.59 pm. Discussion forums are designed to simulate an in-class discussion and cannot be completed after the due date. Discussion forums not completed by the due date will receive a score of zero. Article summaries may be completed after the due date for reduced credit. The final project is due Sunday, December 12, by 11:59 pm. No late projects will be accepted, for any reason.
This course is designed to help you learn about the importance of quality early childhood programs. You will read information from articles and websites supporting the need for quality early childhood programs. We will explore various viewpoints on how quality programs impact children, teachers, and families. Online participation and interaction are essential for your success in this course.
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