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1 LOS ANGELES MISSION COLLEGE/SPRING 2012 CD22/Bilingual Course: PRACTICUM IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT I SECTION #3179 Day/Time: Wednesdays: 6:50 PM to 8:55 PM Room:CCDS 202 Assistant Professor: Gloria San Jose Daims, M.S. daimsgs@lamission.edu Ph: Office hours: CCDS 213: Mondays: 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Tuesdays: 12:15 TO 1:00 PM Wednesdays: 2:30 TO 6:20 PM or by previous appointment) Practicum visiting hours: W & Th from 9:00 AM to Noon Course Syllabus Prerequisites: CD 3 or 7 and 4,CD 1, 2 & 11, Eng 28 or ESL 8 PLUS Lecture 2 hours, lab 6 hours NOTE: Students must show proof of a current negative TB test (Mantoux Test) or chest x-ray within the last two years. Lecture/Seminar: Lecture 2 Hours a week and Lab 6 hours a week/ Practicum/Laboratory: Student needs to volunteer at a licensed child development center for 6 to 8 hours a week for a total of 90 hours per semester (90 hours for CD22 and 90 hours for CD23). COURSE DESCRIPTION: (4 units) Supervised experience in a preschool, child development center, elementary school, special education center, or other childcare and development setting. The student will relate all previous theory and curriculum courses to practical application in the classroom. This course provides practical application of theories covered in prerequisite courses. LAMC Child Development Web Page: REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS Bredecamp, Sue Ed. Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs. Serving Children Birth Through Age 8., Expanded Edition. Washington, D.C. Third Edition NAEYC Annual Editions in Early Childhood Education. McGraw-Hill/Dushkin Pub., 11/12 Epstein Ann. The Intentional Teacher. NAEYC 2007 Daims, Gloria Collection of Handouts Class Format: Lectures, readings, videos, group/class discussions, assignments and in-class activities will be the primary method of instruction. It is your responsibility to communicate with the instructor, regarding understanding of the course/materials and professional or personal obstacles that may be have an effect on your coursework. ***Children are no allowed in class ***Cell phones cannot ring or be used anytime while in the classroom ***Cell are OK in silent vibrator modes. Thank you!!! **Is NOT allowed having food in the classroom. Please dispose your refuse (bottles/cans) in the trash containers. Thank you Class schedule: The time set for each chapter and schedule of assignments is tentative and may change. Changes to the schedule may be made and when necessary. Any changes will be announced in class and it is your responsibility to keep abreast of them. Accommodations: Students with a verified e3xceptional need who may need accommodations to succeed in this class this class are encouraged to notify the instructor after class. In addition, they need to contact the

2 Disabled student program Services (DSPS) Instructional Building Room 1018 Ph: 818/ or 818/ (TDD) as soon as possible. All information will remain confidential Financial Aid is available! Call (818) Go to the Financial Aid Office in the Student Services Annex of the Instructional Building Website address: STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES 1 As a result of taking this course, students will be able to integrate understandings of children s characteristics and needs to develop healthy, safe, respectful, supportive and challenging learning environments for all children. 2. Evaluate the effectiveness of an early childhood environment, the curriculum and teaching strategies to improve teaching practices. 3. Design, implement and evaluate curriculum activities based on observation and assessment of young children. 4. Apply a wide array of effective approaches, strategies and tools in developing relationships with children and colleagues. (evaluation: learning plans COURSE OBJECTIVES: 1. The educational objectives of this course are to enable the student to observe and participate in a teaching situation by working directly with children, staff and parents 2. plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate experiences which meet the needs of a diverse group of children, in the areas of physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth for the individual and the total group 3. evaluate and discuss her/his present teaching methods and style, and modify them when necessary 4. participate as a functional member of the school personnel team. 5. Develop professional attitudes as evidenced by attendance at meetings, workshops and conferences sponsored by professional organizations. 6. Develop effective guidance techniques which result in a reasonable system of limits, rules and expectations 7. Organize and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment, which reflects sensitivity to diverse needs 8. organize and sustain the positive functioning of groups of children in a learning/developmental environment 9. relate to each child as an individual, a member of a family, and as a part of his/her culture 10. Facilitate effective communication and interaction with parents, whenever the opportunity may arise 11. Recognize and identify children with special needs, including physical and behavioral disorders, make referrals and seek guidance in handling these children 12. Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor, director or teacher 13. complete a job application, develop a resume, prepare for an interview and articulate a personal philosophy statement regarding child development COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Supervised field experience: To be arranged with instructor. At place of employment or volunteering for a minimum of 6 to 8 hours per week for a total of 90 hours per semester. Daily Log/Weekly Journal: Student will need to keep a daily log including comments and questions about her/his teaching experience. These pages must be turned in each week at the beginning of the class Learning Plans: 4 Learning plans per semester must be submitted in the following eight (8) areas: Language/Literacy Math Social Studies/Anti-bias Physical/Motor Art Music Cooking Science

3 Circle Time (due in CD23) Four learning plans due each semester.(four for each CD22 and CD23 course) At least one of the learning plans must be implemented with the children in your class while the instructor is visiting in the first semester (CD22) and two in the second semester (CD23). Written plans must be submitted before the Instructor s visits your classroom practicum. Group Presentations- (Groups will be assigned by the Instructor) Small groups of three or four students will work together to present Two learning plans during the semester.one circle time presentation Group/ Bulletin Board: Each group will design, display and present a bulletin board in the Child Development Classroom. Half-Day Plan(Individual) :In CD 23 you must develop and implement (if possible) a plan for the entire morning or afternoon depending on your practicum schedule. On your half-day plan you need to include: time segments, activity descriptions, supervision responsibilities, and goals and objectives. Annual Editions Reviews and writing assignments Each semester, several articles will be assigned for review and discussion in class. Format to be arranged. Professional Meeting: Students must attend one professional meeting, conference, or workshop each semester CD22/23. You will present an oral summary and turn in a summary of the event with proof of attendance to Instructor. Staff in-service training at your school is not accepted. Individual Conferences : Individual and/or group meetings will be arranged between the student and the instructor to discuss teaching experience, progress, concerns, questions, etc. These will be arranged during class hours. Portfolio An individual portfolio will be required from each student completing the Practicum classes. You can be as creative as you want. The portfolio will include, but not limited to: Statement of philosophy Resume/ CV: Curriculum Vitae Eight typed learning plans - (4 each semester: 4 for CD22 and 4 for CD23) Visitation notes from instructor(cd22 and 23) Degrees, certificates, awards, etc. 4 Letters of reference (CD22: Two letters total: One from your practicum supervisor and one from a colleague and/or one from a parent. Same in CD23) Transcripts Examples of projects, activities, papers, etc. may be included if you wish.(cd22 and CD23) Sign-in sheet /practicum form hours Evaluations: End-semester self-evaluations. Supervising Teacher/Director Evaluation Attendance and Participation: Attendance is mandatory. If you cannot attend class for any reason, it is important that you notify me in advance via or by phone. Coming to class late and leaving early will result in reduced participation points. We will have in class activities where students will be required to participate. Cheating and Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Plagiarism: Representation of expression or ideas from either published or unpublished work(s) as students own. Students who do not adhere to these guidelines will be subject to instructor and college disciplinary action (please refer to LAMC policy on Academic dishonesty on college catalogue) 1. I care about your learning material, getting a good grade, and have a positive experience!!! Your class participation is very valuable and always appreciated. Students and teachers benefit from each other s feedback and experiences. 2. No absence excuses a student from making up work missed. Students must contact a fellow student to find out about the material covered during the class and any assignments due. Trade names and phone

4 numbers with two other students in case you miss a class and need lectures notes. You are not competing in class. Help each other!!! Always contact the instructor when you need help(contact info is stated above) 3. According to LAMC policy, you are expected to attend very meeting of all classes for which you are registered. Please follow LAMC standards of conduct, Class participation is essential for understanding and comprehension of the material.**being late or leaving early account for half and absence. If you need to leave early please let me know.**be on time, do not leave early, stay up to date with the assignments, do not miss assignments, ask questions and seek help from the instructor as necessary MAKE SURE YOU SIGN THE ATTENDANCE ROSTER EACH TIME YOU ATTEND AND STAY IN CLASS. 4. It is the student s responsibility to process adds, drops, etc in timely manner. Failure to process drops so may result in a grade of F in this class. 5. If you decide to drop the class it is important to follow the proper procedures in order to avoid getting an F in the class. There are some useful numbers on campus: general campus Library x7106 Learning center x7756 Admission & Records 818/ Bookstore 818/ Campus sheriff x (or free from campus pay phones: hit *11) General guidelines for homework assignments: Computer generated Bold or underline questions 12 point font Double space Double space Black ink ONLY Include a title page. Title page includes the following: Title of assignment, name of course, instructor s name, student s name, section number, hour & day of class, date. ALWAYS STAPLE YOUR PAPERS..Late papers will have 5 point deduction each date after the original due date. ****Failure to do the above will bring point deductions**** IF you have a family emergency or are sick on the day an assignment is due you will need to me your assignment on the due date and bring a copy the following week to class. Missed participation (not being present in class to participate) takes 4 points per day. Half points for late arrivals/departures.

5 COURSE CALENDAR /CHILD DEVELOPMENT 22 Spring 2012 Section #3179 DATE- Topics/Assignments /08 Intro, orientation. Review class requirements (TB test/health/transcripts/practicum hours) Review placements. Complete Information/placement / 3 last pages syllabus Practicum placements. Assignment: Buy all books and handouts for next class! 02/15 Assignment: Bring your books and handouts to class today Arrange practicum placement (if needed) with Mrs. Daims Assignment: Bring your books and handouts to class today. In class activity: DAP and Intentional teaching / Matrix CD/Certificates/ websites/links etc... 2/22 Discussion/Writing Logs/Learning Plans For next week: Read Article (assignment #1) in collection Handouts: Twelve Characteristics of Effective Early Childhood Teachers. Written assignment: Which of these areas do you think are your strengths? Which areas would you like to strengthen? How to you plan to do that? For next week: Start writing your logs! write one log per week. 02/29 Developing Goals and Objectives For next week: Read Article (reading assignment #2) in Handouts: 10 Signs of a Great Preschool Written assignment: Which of these learning centers are present in your classroom? Which of these centers are strengths in your program? Which could be improved? How? Practice in small groups learning plans/ Make small groups for learning plan presentation #1 03/07 Learning Plans Continued/Meet with small group to prepare learning plan presentation #1 Due next week! Begin reading your text The Intentional Teacher. Assigment # 1 Focus on pages and become comfortable with the idea of Best Practices. Look for signs in your classroom of best practices in action. Write examples of best practices observed in your classroom. Bulletin board /make groups/discussion For next week read DAP chapter related to age group of practicum experience. Bring written learning to class, be prepared to discuss learning. 03/14 Learning Plans and the Intentional Teacher Groups Present Learning plan #1 BEST PRACTICES: Discussion reading assignment #1 Intentional teacher from last week(best practices)turn in your written examples Reading Article assignment #3 to be given today (summary/agree/disagree/why?) Assignment #2 Intentional teacher for next week: Read Ch 2 Intentional Teacher: Type 2 pages with 5 important learnings from Ch2 reading. Include one example for each learning related to your practicum experience. You will turn in paper to Instructor and be prepared to discuss your own learning into. Discuss your learning in class related to DAP chapter assigned last week. Discussion bulletin board/ 03/21 Meet in small groups to prepare presentation learning plan #2 due 4/11 Discussion bulletin board/next week install bulletin board Discussion reading assignment Intentional teacher from last week Reading assignment #4 to be given today (summary/agree/disagree/why?) 03/28 Learning Plans and the Intentional Teacher Bulletin Board due today!!! Discussion reading assignment Intentional teacher from last week Group presentation Learning Plan #1 Due today / NEXT WEEK NO CLASS APRIL 4 th 2012 SPRING BREAK 4/11 OBSERVATION and ASSESSMENT Small group Learning Plan #2 Due today/ Individual Learning Plan #1 Due today Designing curriculum plans/ For next week written assignment: Choose one activity that you observed or prepared this week. Evaluate whether or not it was developmentally appropriate using three of the criteria in your DAP book for the age group of children with whom you are working. Describe the learning that was taking place. How do you know? What could you do to extend that learning? Article Reading assignment #5 to be given today (summary/agree/disagree/why?) Discussion on DAP textbook. 4/18 Integrated curriculum/article discussion Individual Learning Plan #2 Due today Complete self eval form in packet of handouts./ Form groups for learning plans/curriculum web. Information will be given today./ Reading assignment #6 will be given today.

6 4/25 Guidance in the classroom: Meeting diverse needs Bulletin Board due today!!! For next week: written assignment (use intentional teaching skills Assignment #3intentional teaching skills): Choose one child in your class that you believe requires individual attention. Observe this child during the week and write down anecdotal observations that support your thoughts. What modifications in the program and /or environment would support her/his needs? What will you do? Meet with groups for learning plans. Presentations due next week! 5/2 Individual Learning Plan #3 Due today Share your observational notes: child observation from last week Presentation learning plans due today?21 For next week: Assignment #4 Intentional Teaching skills/evaluation:: Use intentional teaching and DAP to Write about the child you observed last week and describe any effects of the changes you have implemented (eg activities, environment, way you reacted child)record your observations/ Reflections) Discuss portfolios Work on your fourth learning plan. Form groups to prepare circle time activity 5/9 Individual Learning Plan #3 Due today Work with group reg circle time presentation for next week. Sharing documentation child observation from last week 5/16 Circle time presentations due today /Individual Learning Plan #3 Due today Portfolios due today 5/23 Schedule individual meetings. Cont circle time presentations. Discussion DAP/Intentional teaching/ practicum experiences/ Applications Teaching permits/certificates 5/30 Reflections Q&A/ Have a great summer!

7 GRADE RECORD NAME Total points earned: Grade 6 Article Readings: 1 points each max. each: Max 6 points Reading#1 Reading #2 Reading #3 Reading #4 Reading #5 Reading #6 4 Intentional teacher papers: 1 points max each: Max 4 points Intentional teacher paper #1 Intentional teacher paper #2 Intentional teacher paper #3 Intentional teacher paper #4 10 Daily logs: 1 point each. Max: 10 points Daily log #1 Daily log #2 Daily log #3 Daily log #4 Daily log #5 Daily log #6 Daily log #7 Daily log #8 Daily log #9 Daily log #10 _ 4 Lesson Plans (different learning areas) 8 max total 40 points Lesson Plan #1 Area 5 points max Lesson Plan #2 Area 5 points max Lesson Plan #3 Area 5 points max Lesson Plan #4 Area 5 points max 2 Group Presentation Lesson Plan 1 point each / 1 circle time presentation 1 point Group presentation Bulletin Board 1 points max End Semester eval 2 points max Self-eval 2 points max Professional conference 2 points max In class participation 10 points max Professional portfolio 20 points max Final points FINAL GRADE: Missed participation (not being present in class to participate) takes 3 points per day. Half points for late arrivals/departure Total points you can earn 100 (90-100%) = A (80-89%) = B (70-79%) = C (60-69%) = D (0-59%) = F

8 Child Development 22- Spring 2012/ Information Sheet - Part 1 Name: E.mail : - address: City Zip Code Telephone: (Home) (Work) (Cell) Employment: School: Director/Principal Address: Hours: Telephone: ages of Children: Director/teacher:

9 Placement Needed: Yes/No Ages: Infants, Toddler, Preschool: Hours available: Child Development Certificate: Child Development 22 Spring 2012 Information Sheet - Part 2 As a teacher of young children I believe it is important to My areas of strenghts are:. In order to be the best teacher I can be, I look forward to working on..