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ECD: Early Childhood
Development
ECD 101-Introduction to Early
Childhood Education (3)
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or EN 61) and
EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR (ESL 72 and ESL 73)
Examines conceptual framework for understanding
the role of the early childhood education professional.
Content focuses on the profession of early
childhood education in the context of historical,
philosophical, and social influences. Units of study
also review contemporary trends, issues and
practices in the field of early childhood education.
ECD 104-Activities I for Children (3)
Prerequisite: EN 70 or EN 75 or EN 52 or
ESL 99 or ESL 72; Corequisite: ED 100
Designed to teach the methods and proper
use of materials in presenting creative learning
experiences to young children in the areas
of language, creative dramatics, art, music,
movement, math, science, emergent literacy, and
outdoor activities. This course meets the state
requirements for Office of Child Care Licensing
& Credentialing. This course is 45 hours of the 90
hours required for Preschool Lead Teacher. Fifteen
hours of documented observation are required.
ECD 106-Infants & Toddlers
Development and Care (3)
Prerequisite: EN 70 or EN 75 or EN 52 or ESL
99 or ESL 72 or Corequisite: EN 75
Examines the best practices designed to meet the
needs of infants and toddlers as related to their
physical growth and development, mental health,
and human relationships. Attention will be given
to the family and child’s multicultural customs,
gender equity, and children with special needs,
while insuring quality program development and
implementation in out of home care environments.
Content will focus on the caregiver, the child, and
the program being provided to meet the learning
needs of the infant and toddler. This course meets the
state requirements of Office of Child Care Licensing
and Credentialing for Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher.
ECD 107-Child Health, Safety
and Nutrition (3)
Prerequisite: EN 70 or EN 75 or EN 52 or ESL
99 or ESL 72 or Corequisite: EN 75
Presents a survey of the health, safety and
nutritional needs of young children. Includes
required state and federal codes. Emphasizes
the establishment and maintenance of a
safe and healthy learning environment.
ECD 108-Activities for the
School-Age Child (3)
Prerequisite: EN 70 or EN 75 or EN 52 or ESL
99 or ESL 72 or Corequisite: EN 75
Examines developmentally appropriate principles,
materials, and methods used with school age
children ages 6 to 12. Specific consideration given to
planning activities for school age child care. Students
plan and present lessons in the areas of physical,
cognitive, and social development. This course
meets the state requirements of Office of Child Care
Licensing and Credentialing for School Age Teacher.
ECD 210-Directed Practicum
in Early Childhood (3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion (grade
of C or higher) of ED 100, ED 203 or ECD 110,
ECD 101, ECD 104, ECD 106 and ECD 213
Offers students an opportunity to conduct
structured observation and participate in activities
in an early childhood setting. Students will provide
assistance to the classroom instructor and may
be required to assume major responsibility for the
full range of teaching and care giving duties for
a group of young children. In addition, students
will complete a course portfolio. Students will
participate in 60 hours of directed practicum
at an assigned site (4 hours per week).
ECD 212-Administration of Child
Development Centers (3)
Prerequisites: ED 100 and (ECD 104 or ECD 108)
Designed to provide students with management
skills necessary to operate an early childhood center,
family child care or before/after school program that
serves children from infancy through age twelve.
Topics include program policies and procedures,
government regulations, finance and budget, facility
operation, personnel management, health and
safety, accreditation systems, and program evaluation
and improvement. This course meets the state
requirements of Office of Child Care licensing and
credentialing for School Age and Preschool Director.
ECD 213-Understanding and Guiding
the Young Child’s Behavior (3)
Prerequisite: ED 100
Designed for adults who are responsible for
the care and development of young children
from birth to eight years of age, primarily in an
early childhood setting. This course will focus
on developmentally appropriate child guidance
philosophies, methodologies of discipline,
and guidelines for the responsible adult.
ECD 230-Language & Literacy
Development in Early Childhood (3)
Prerequisites: ED 100, ECD 104
Designed for adults who are responsible for the care,
development and teaching of young children from
birth to eight years in primarily an early childhood
setting. This course is a study of the development of
oral language by the young child, the relationship
between language development and emerging
literacy, and the structuring of the learning
environment for the child birth to eight years. A
variety of quality early childhood literature will be
reviewed along with methods for using children's
literature to enhance language development.
ED: Education
ED 100-Child Development & Behavior (3)
Prerequisite: EN 70 or EN 75 or EN 52 or ESL 99 or ESL 72
Introduces basic growth and developmental
principles necessary to work with young children
from birth to twelve years old. Emphasizes
the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive
developmental stages of the young child. This
course meets the Maryland State Department
Office of Child Care Licensing & Credentialing
requirements. This course is 45 hours of the 90
hours required for Preschool Lead Teacher.
ED 102-Schools and Society (3)
• Gen Ed Education
Prerequisites: (EN 70 or EN 75) OR [(EN 50A or EN 61) and
EN 52] OR (ESL 95 and ESL 99) OR (ESL 72 and ESL 73)
It is strongly recommended that students pass this
course prior to ED 202 and ED 203, if applicable.
Examines the historical, philosophical, and social
development of American education. Students
will learn methods, concepts, and principles
of education. They analyze and reflect on the
processes of teaching and learning. They explore the
interrelationships of education, social institutions,
and pluralistic culture. Students will also reflect on
ways that values, skills, and experience shape and
are shaped by schooling and society. Observations,
teaching, and a portfolio are required. Fifteen
hours of documented observation are required.
ED 202-Educational Psychology (3)
Prerequisites: EN 70 or EN 75 or EN 50A or EN
61 or ESL 95 or ESL 73, and PS 101. It is strongly
recommended that students pass ED 102, if
applicable, prior to taking this course.
Introduces the nature and theories
of learning processes.
Focuses on classroom interaction and its influence
upon the learning process and the growth and
development of the child. (This course satisfies the
Maryland State Department of Education professional
education course work in human learning.) Fifteen
hours of documented observation are required.