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Fall 2010 Syllabus

HE152 Interaction Techniques with Young Children

3 Credit Hour

Textbook Gartrell, Dan A Guidance Approach for the Encouraging Classroom. New York, Delmar 2007.

Online course companion guide http://www.delmarlearning.com/companions/index.asp?isbn=1418020109

Division of Mathematics and Applied Sciences

Instructor: Joan Robison

1 Interaction Techniques with Young Children FALL 2010

Course Number: HE152

Time & Day: 1:30-3:00 Tuesday and Thursday

Location: Room 221

Instructor: Joan Robison, MA

Office: Room 304

Phone: 1-800-729-5101, x268 1-785-243-1435, x268

Email: [email protected] Wiki Space: http://ccccecerobison.wikispaces.com/ Web Page: http://www.cloud.edu/academics/childcare/jrobison/

Required Materials: Gartrell, Dan A Guidance Approach for the Encouraging Classroom. New York, Delmar 2010. Online course companion guide http://www.delmarlearning.com/companions/index.asp? isbn=1418020109

Office Hours: Monday 9-10, 11-12, 1-3 Tuesday 12-1:30 Wednesday 1-2:30 Thursday 8-9, 12-1:30 Friday 9-12, 1-3 Advisement Center: Monday 10:00-11:00 Wednesday 2:30-4:00 Thursday 9:00-11:00

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Is a study of the approaches which can be used to interact with and guide young children in a group or family setting. Communications skills and development of a positive self-concept will be emphasized.

PREREQUISITE: none

SEQUENCING: This course is only offered in the Fall Semester on campus, and at other times off campus.

2 METHOD OF EVALUATION/GRADING: Students will be evaluated of the following: A. 3 tests, quizzes, and 1 final test 60% B. Reactions, attendance, participation, and attitude 20% C. Written paper on guidance 20%

GRADING SCALE: 92-100 A 84-91 B 76-83 C 64-75 D BELOW 63% F

ASSIGNMENT POLICY: Library Requirements Supplemental readings are available in the library. Also required library readings will be assignment throughout the semester.

Written Requirements Students will submit a three page minimum reaction summary of 3 articles discussing the same guidance principle from different viewpoints. Further instructions will be given.

COURSE POLICIES

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY It is imperative that each student does his/her own work. The following policy will apply to all students in class. Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:  Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work. In other words, taking someone else’s file and placing your name on it and claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.  Giving another student your file(s) knowing that he/she intends to turn it in as his/her own creation, giving another student your quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.

It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do an assignment if he/she does the work himself/herself with your assistance.

Cheating:

“Cheating means getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or examination.”

1. You must not receive from any other students or give to any other students any information, answers, or help during an exam.

3 2. You must not use unauthorized sources for answers during an exam. You must not take notes or books to the exam when such aids are forbidden, and you must not refer to any book or notes while you are taking the exam unless the instructor indicates it is an “open book” exam. 3. You must not obtain exam questions illegally before an exam or tamper with an exam after it has been corrected.

Materials taken from “Academic Dishonesty in Our Classrooms.” Instructional Exchange, 1990, 2 (2), 1-4 (Newsletter available from the Office of University Assessment and Intellectual Skills Program, Western Michigan University)

Plagiarism:

“Plagiarism” means submitting work as your own that is someone else’s. For example, copying material from a book, the Internet, or another source without acknowledging that the words or ideas are someone else’s and not your own is plagiarism. If you copy an author’s words exactly, treat the passage as a direct quotation and supply the appropriate citation. If you use someone else’s ideas, even if you paraphrase the wording, appropriate credit should be given. You have committed plagiarism if you purchase a term paper or submit a paper as your own that you did not write.

PENALTIES FOR INFRACTIONS: The assignment that is copied will not be accepted with a 0 being recorded for that assignment, and students will not be allowed to redo the assignment.

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Attendance in class each session is very important. We do realize that at times it becomes necessary for a student to miss class. It is important that these missed class periods are kept to a minimum. The policy that we like to follow is that the student phone in or email the instructor BEFORE class that the class time. All assignments are still due on the Due Date and need to be turned in before the absence if at all possible. It is the student’s responsibility to get a copy of the notes and activities from another student, NOT the instructor. Get to know someone in the class, and try to be a backup for one another. Instructors are always available to discuss a student’s progress at an appointment. Office hours are posted on all instructor’s door, as well as listed in the syllabus and appointments can be made by leaving a note with the suggested time of the appointment and the student’s name and contact information either through an email, note in the Instructor’s mailbox, or on her door.

CONDUCT: Students are expected to arrive in class with the readings completed and ready to learn and to allow other students to learn. Cell phones are expected to be turned to silence, and put away. Cell phones that are out and being played with will be confiscated by the instructor and not returned until the end of class. If this occurs more than once, then the phone will be requested at the beginning of class, and the student will not receive attendance points for that class session. Students are also to respect the opinions and presentations of their classmates. It is expected that students will be respectful when others are giving presentations and sharing their information.

EXAMINATION POLICY: A student MUST contact the Instructor prior to the class time to notify them that they will not be in class to take the test. After the class period, a copy of the test will be placed in the Learning Skills Center and must be made up during the “Make up Testing” time as scheduled by the LSC. The test must be made up before the next class period, unless additional accommodations have been made with the Instructor. The LSC will not proctor makeup tests after 12:00 noon on the last day of the semester, testing will end at 12:00 P.M. on the last regular class day. 4 INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANCE: The Instructor will be available in her office during regularly scheduled office hours.

TUTOR ASSISTANCE: Tutors are available in the Learning Skills Center. Contact the Learning Skills Center for more information.

INCOMPLETE POLICY: Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented as described in the Student Handbook. The incomplete must be made up with the instructor assigning the incomplete and must be completed the semester immediately following the semester in which the class was taken. Refer to the Student Handbook for a complete explanation.

ACADEMIC COMPLAINTS: Cloud County Community College has an Academic Due Process Policy to address any student academic complaints. For any unresolved complaints, the policy can be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office.

DEPARTMENT GOALS: 1. Students prepared in CCCC ECE Program will use their understanding of young children’s characteristics and needs from conception to age 8 in all developmental domains regarding multiple interacting influences on children’s development and learning.*

2. Students prepared in CCCC ECE Program will use their understanding regarding the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities. They use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families and to involve all families in their children’s development and learning.*

3. Students prepared in CCCC ECE Program will apply and understand the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment. They know about and use systematic observations, documentation, and other effective assessment strategies in a responsible way, in partnership with families and other professionals, to positively influence children’s development and learning.*

4. Students prepared in CCCC ECE Program will integrate their understanding of relationships with children and families; their understanding of developmentally effective approaches to teaching and learning; and their knowledge of academic disciplines to design, implement, and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for all young children.*

5. Students prepared in CCCC ECE Program will identify and conduct themselves as professional members of the early childhood field. Ethical guidelines and professional standards guide decisions and actions. They are informed advocates for sound educational practices and policies.*

6. Students prepared in CCCC ECE Program will use their understanding to create environments that are healthy, safe, respectful, supportive, and challenging for all children. The students know the importance and influence of the environment as a teacher.*

*These goals are adapted from the 2003 NAEYC Standards for Associate Degree Granting Early Childhood Education Programs.

5 COURSE GOALS (Student Learning Outcomes): 1. The student will understand basic principles of communication and guidance. This will be demonstrated through the classroom activities. 2. The student will demonstrate skill in the use of appropriate communication and guidance techniques encompassing the total development of the young child. 3. The student will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between guidance strategies and developmentally appropriate levels. This will be demonstrated through the testing of the materials. 4. The student will learn how to create and maintain acceptable classroom management. This will be demonstrated through the writing of classroom rules for a classroom. 5. The student will develop strategies and guidance philosophies for working with the young child.

ASSESSMENT of COURSE GOALS: Students who complete this course at Cloud County Community College will be assessed on the course competencies. Refer to the attached course competency profile sheet.

PROGRAM EXIT GOALS: This course is part of the Early Childhood Education Program. Students who complete the Early Childhood Program will be expected to achieve these competencies. Students should consult their academic advisor to review their program competencies.

ASSESSMENT of PROGRAM SUCCESS: Each semester student learning success will be assessed. This semester program goals will be assessed by evaluating program competencies. Students may request a copy of their completed program competency profile sheet from the division secretary.

1. Ninety percent of the students will score a Level 2 or higher on one-hundred percent of the program competencies.

2. Forty percent of the students will score a Level 3 on eighty percent of the program competencies.

ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABILITY: If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability, see your instructor during office hours or make an appointment. Students also may contact the Director of Advisement and Counseling, located in the Advisement Center.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close. The following radio and TV stations will be notified: KNCK 1390 AM Concordia KCLY 100.9 FM Clay Center KREP 92.1 FM Belleville KHCD 89.5 FM Hutchinson KVSV 1190 AM Beloit KSAL 1150 AM Salina WIBW (TV) Chan. 13 Topeka KWCH (TV) Chan. 12 Wichita KOLN (TV) Chan. 10 Lincoln, NE

Notification will also be placed on the internet at www.cancellations.com. A text message will also be sent out on the Emergency Text Messaging System for the students who have signed up for it.

Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class due to hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.

6 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE: When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions arise, you will be instructed to move to a designated safe area or to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you are informed to leave the room, take as many of your personal belongings as time permits. Cell phones and other electronic devices are only to be used once you arrive in the safe area outside the building. Students requiring special assistance will be the responsibility of the instructor or staff person.

Systems of alert for tornado or bomb threat: PA system, phone, or staff interruption of class. In case of fire, the alarm will sound.

If directed to leave the building, evacuate to the soccer field unless an alternate safe location has been designated.

Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class due to hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class cancellations are left to the discretion of the instructor.

7 COURSE OUTLINE:

Day Date Topic Assignment Thursday August 19 Introduction Tuesday August 24 Discipline vs. Guidance Chapter 1 Thursday August 26 Child Development Chapter 2 Tuesday August 31 Brain Research Chapter 2 Thursday September 2 Mistaken Behavior Chapter 3 Tuesday September 7 Mistaken Behavior Chapter 3 Thursday September 9 Test #1 Tuesday September 14 Review of Test 1 Guidance Overview Thursday September 16 Professional vs. Technician Chapter 4 Tuesday September 21 Indirect Guidance Chapter 5 Thursday September 23 Indirect Guidance Wiki space Tuesday September 28 Indirect Guidance Chapter 6 Thursday September 30 Direct Guidance Chapter 7 Tuesday October 5 Direct Guidance Chapter 8 Thursday October 7 Direct Guidance Wiki Space Tuesday October 12 Test #2 Thursday October 14 Problem Solving Chapter 9

Tuesday October 19 Techniques Chapter 10 Thursday October 21 Situations Wiki Space Tuesday October 26 Preventing Problems Thursday October 28 Preventing Problems Tuesday November 2 Guidance Paper Due and Sharing of the papers Thursday November 4 Sharing of the Guidance Papers Tuesday November 9 Understanding Negative Wiki Space Behavior Thursday November 11 No school!!! Tuesday November 16 Dealing With Anger Chapter 11 Thursday November 18 TEST #3 Chapter 11

1 Tuesday November 23 Appreciating Positive Wiki Space Behavior Praise versus encouragement Thursday November 25 No school Tuesday November 29 Violence Chapter 12 Thursday December 1 Problem Solving Tuesday December 7 Final exam study guide DUE!!!!! Thursday December 9 Putting it all together