ECE 152: Science in the Preschool Classroom

ECE 158: Physical Development for Young Children 1 Credit Spring Semester 2012

Instructor: Melinda Gomez, B.A. Co-Instructor: Tamberly Jueschke

Time: Friday – 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday - 9:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Dates: March 2nd and 3rd

Location: EIT203

Contact Information: Cell (775)934-1341 E-Mail: [email protected]

Textbook

A textbook will not be required for this course. All necessary handouts will be provided in class.

Course Description

This course will focus on the importance of physical development in the preschool classroom.

Course Requirements

1. Attendance and participation are mandatory for the duration of this class. Full attendance will be required in order to receive a passing grade. Arriving late and/or leaving early disrupts the entire class. Please plan to arrive and leave on time.

2. Several group activities will be used during this class. Participation is required in order for students to receive credit.

3. An assignment will be given and will be expected to be turned in on the given due date. No late assignments will be accepted unless previously authorized by the instructor due to extenuating circumstances.

4. Cellular phones and pagers should be turned off or set on “silent” as a courtesy to other students and the instructor. Student Outcomes

Upon completion of this course Assessment/Measurement: students will… explore the importance of physical In Class Demonstrations development in the lives of young children. gain an increased knowledge of In Class Demonstrations various gross and fine motor methods Lesson Plan that will help enhance the development of young children. learn how to implement daily lessons In Class Demonstration that will aid in the physical Hands-On Activities development of young children while supporting other curriculum.

Methods of Instruction

The following methods of instruction will be used during this course:

Handouts, class projects, hands-on activities, lecture and discussions, visual aides, and class assignments.

Course Outline: Topic Assignments/Class Tools

Friday:

Introductions & Class Syllabus Overview of Course Packet

Review of Nevada Pre-K Standards Hand Out

Understanding the Importance of Power Point Presentation Physical Development

Developmental Milestones Handout: What are they? Discussion

Parachute Play Hands-On Saturday:

Music and Movement Hands-On

Transitions Hands-On

Fine Motor Table Top Ideas Hands-On

Cooperative Games Hands-On

Obstacle Course Hands-On

Making Literacy Connections Series of literature presentations and connected physical development activities

Developing Integrated Lesson Plans Group Work

Reflective Essay 1 page written paper

Final Thoughts Instructor Evaluation, Summing Up

Reflective Essay Description

The students will write a 1 page reflective essay discussing their thoughts and feeling towards physical development in the preschool.

Home Work Assignment:

Physical Development Integrated Lesson Plan

Each student will be responsible for creating a one day lesson plan that includes the following components:

1. Literature Choice 2. Music and Movement 3. 1Transition – Fine or Gross Motor 4. 1 Fine Motor Table Top Activity 5. Outdoor Activity

The lesson plan should include the name of the activity, a description of what it is the students will be doing, what kind of physical development the activity is enhancing (fine motor or gross motor), and a Nevada Pre-K standard that supports each activity. You will be given one week to complete this assignment. All assignments need to be either hand delivered or e-mailed to me by Friday, March 9th by 5:00 p.m. No late assignments will be accepted.

Course Evaluation

Attendance & Participation – 100 Points Hands-On Activities – 50 Points Reflective Essay – 100 Points Physical Development Integrated Lesson Plan – 100 Points

Total Number of Points: 350 Points

Grade Scale Percentage A 90 - 100% B 80 - 89% C 70 - 79% D 60 - 69% F Below 60%

ADA Statement

“Qualified students with physical or documented learning disabilities have the right to free accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities at Great Basin College.” For assistance and clarification of services provided under the ADA, contact Great Basin College at 738-8493.