Washtenaw Community College

CCP 103 -  Establishing Programs for Children

Instructor: Noreen De Young
Time:        Monday/Wedensday  5:30-7:30 pm
Phone:     (734) 971-0990 (work)
Email:      ndeyoung@umich.edu and ndeyoung@wccnet.org 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The philosophy and theory of programs in childcare are examined. Traditional, open, Montessori, High/Scope, Piaget-based, Head Start, Parent involvement and kindergarten programs are explored. Observation of area childcare programs is required.

Prerequisites: None

Credits/Meetings: 2 credits - Class meets 2 hours per week for 71/2 weeks. Some classes may be held off campus at specific childcare programs. Students are informed ahead of time of these field trips; it is the student's responsibility to arrive at the designated location on time for class. Maps and directions will be provided.

Required Texts: none; handouts, library and Internet searches are used, readings will be assigned regularly

Method of Instruction: This course is a combination of lecture and discussion based on relevant readings, observation of licensed childcare programs and written reaction papers.

GRADES:

Grades will be based on the following criteria:

Attendance: Students must attend class regularly. Make every effort to arrive promptly and stay for the duration of the class. Attendance will affect your grade.

• You will lose up to two points for each absence and late arrival or early departure.
• Students are responsible for making up any missed work. If you miss a class it is your responsibility to obtain further information on assignments and class notes from other students. You are expected to be prepared for the next class. After doing this, if you still have questions, please call me for individual counseling.
  

Class Participation: Students should come to class prepared to discuss assigned reading and present information gained from assignments such as observations or specific interactions with children.

Written Assignments: Written assignments will be graded based on content and writing skills. Assignments are due at the beginning of each class. Written assignments should be typed or done on a computer.

Tests and Exams: Examinations may be given throughout the semester.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Students with Special Needs: should make an appointment with the Learning Support Office staff at the beginning of the semester and request them to communicate adaptations and accommodations in writing to the instructor by the second week of class.

Cancellation of Class Due to Extreme Weather Conditions: If the college is closed or classes are delayed, an announcement will be made on local radio and television stations. Our local emergency radio station is WAAM 1600 AM. You may also call the college's recorded message center at (734) 973-3326 for up-to-the-minute information.

Emergency: In the event that your family needs to reach you in an emergency, please have them contact WCC Security at (734) 973-3411.

Ethics: Students and instructor behavior is governed by the WCC Handbook on Student's Rights and Responsibilities.

I reserve the right to amend, adjust and/or deviate from this syllabus as deemed appropriate or necessary to meet instructional or evaluation needs of individual students. However, this syllabus and class schedule should be used as a guide to mutual expectations and should be referred to regularly.

Created by ndeyoung@wccnet.org
Last modified: May 7, 2001 0:33 AM