Program Standards and Matrix
ADVANCED PROGRAMS IN ECE

Note: The ECE course id will go into effect summer, 2003. The previous course id was CURR and EDPS.

Required Courses in ECE Concentration
NAEYC Standards for Advanced ECE Candidates	ECE, EDPS and SOFD Course Numbers & Objectives Related  to Assignments	Course Experiences and Assessment Methods
1.0 Extend their knowledge and understanding of the dominant theories of human and sociocultural development and learning through the lifespan; knowledge of research on social, emotional, cognitive, language Aesthetic, motor, and perceptual developmental and learning needs and their families; and understanding of the child in the family and cultural context.	EDPS 600 Human Development Objs. 2 & 3 ECE 610:  Teacher-Parent Partnerships Obj. 6 ECE 601: Helping Young Children in Crisis Obj 1,2,3,4,5,6	` Observation of Infant and Toddler (analyze behavior in light of theory of development)  ` Interviews and analysis (student focus, theory to practice) ` In class reflection paper on children and families ` Group teaching presentation on family diversity ` Participation in class discussions & activities ` Book review and reflection paper of book related to children in crisis ` Assessment of intervention/prevention programs ` Participation in Web Caucus
2.0 Extend and develop knowledge and understanding of theories and content of curriculum and instruction and alternative models and methodologies.	ECE 602:  Implementing Appropriate Early Childhood Education Obj. 1,2,3,4,5,6 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implication Obj. 3	` Participation in class discussions/activities ` Preschool Observation report using NAEYC Accreditation Standards ` Teaching Practices Reflection paper ` In class reflection papers ` Alternative practice models ` Reflection paper on reaching children from diverse backgrounds
3.0 Critically examine alternative perspectives regarding central issues in the field (for ex., child development, programs for young children and their families, research priorities, or implications for teacher education and staff development)	ECE 610:  Teacher-Parent Partnerships Obj. 1,2 ECE 693:  Seminar: Early Childhood Education Obj. 1,2 EDPS 617:  Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 3,4 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 1,2	` In-class reflection papers on relevant topics ` Summary and analysis of research article ` Active participation in seminar discussions ` Reflective writing about critical issues ` Documentation of outside readings ` Research paper on critical issues to the field ` Participation in class discussion/activities: critical evaluation of programs for children in poverty including children with special needs encompassing diverse learners; cross-national programs for children in poverty and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. ` Critical Reflection Essays ` Active participation in class discussions ` Web Caucus participation reflecting on critical issues ` Final Examination
4.0 Extend their knowledge and ability to use and develop a variety of procedures for assessment of child development and learning, child care and early education environments, and early childhood education curricula; and understanding of types, purposes and appropriateness of various assessment procedures and instruments.	ECE 641: Assessment of the Young Child Obj. 3,4,5,6,7 ECE 602: Implementing Appropriate Early Childhood Programs Obj. 3	` Participation in class discussions and completion of "quick writes" ` Completion of Assessment Report ` Completion of Observation Report ` Completion of Performance-based Assessment Report ` Completion of Portfolio Report ` Participation in class discussions/activities on observation and assessment ` Completion of in class reflection papers ` Critical observation of play environment for young children
5.0 Develop and evaluate programs for children from a variety of diverse cultural and language backgrounds, as well as children of different age and developmental levels, including children with disabilities, children with developmental delays, children who are at-risk for developmental delays, and children with special abilities.	EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 4,6 ECE 601: Children in Crisis Obj. 4 ECE 602: Implementing Appropriate EC Programs Obj. 9 ECE 610: Family, School, and Community Partnerships Obj. 4,6 ECE 641: Assessment of the Young Child Obj. 1,2 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 4	` Participation in class discussion/activities: critical evaluation of programs for children in poverty including children with special needs encompassing diverse learners; cross-national programs for children in poverty and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. ` Critical Reflection Essays ` Selected readings ` Web. Caucus participation ` Class participation ` Teaching Reflection and Selected project or paper dealing with planning experiences to meet the needs of all children including those from diverse backgrounds. ` Teaching presentation on family diversity ` Individual projects (designing a parent education or involvement program, writing a parent handbook, or designing a parent resource center) ` Adaptations made to assessment report and performance-bases assessment report ` Recommendation sections of observation and portfolio report ` Active class participation ` Web Caucus participation of critical analysis of issues related to diverse learners
6.0 Apply interdisciplinary knowledge from such fields as sociology, psychology, health services, special education, history, philosophy, and anthropology to practice in early childhood education.	ECE 601: Helping Young Children in Crisis through Curricular Activities Obj. 1,2,3,4,5 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 1,2 SOFD 550: Philosophy, Ethics, & Teaching Obj. 3 SOFD 580: Sociology of Education Obj. 9	` Study of selected crisis models ` Reading of selected research regarding varied crisis, children's resilience ` Group oral report or action research paper ` Participation in class discussions ` Participation in small group activities and discussion about causes and conditions of poverty ` Critical Reflection Essay ` Discussion of use of interdisciplinary social science and social welfare literature to understand child and family crisis, post traumatic disorders, and domestic violence ` Case study assignment analyses of ethical dilemmas ` Critical analysis of local, state, & Federal policies and how they impact communities, schools, & classroom practices.
7.0 Engage in reflective inquiry and demonstrate professional self-knowledge, for example by collecting data about one's own practice and articulating a personal code of professional ethics.	ECE 641: Assessment of the Young Child Obj. 3,4,5,6.7 ECE 602: Implementing Appropriate Early Childhood Programs Obj. 3,4 ECE 610: Family, School, and Community Partnerships Obj. 2,3 ECE 693: Seminar: Early Childhood Education Obj. 3,4 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 1,2,4 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 9	` Self-evaluation sections of 4 major projects- assessment report, observation report, performance-based assessment, and portfolio report. ` Teaching Practices Reflection paper involving documentation of a change in a current teaching practice ` In-class reflection papers ` Reflective journals or readings about family involvement ` Active participation in seminar discussions ` Documenting a professional code of ethics for the professional portfolio ` Development of professional portfolio documenting growth as a teacher as a result of graduate work.  ` Reflective discussion and writing about causes and conditions and social-psychological impact of poverty; reflective analysis of personal and professional practice ` Essay component of Major Lived-World Assignment ` Active participation in class discussions ` Web Caucus participation ` Final exam question on development of a personal code of ethics.
8.0 Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team with colleagues and other professionals to achieve goals for children and families.	ECE 641: Assessment of the Young Child Obj. 3,4,5,6,7 ECE 602: Implementing Appropriate Early Childhood Programs Obj. 5 ECE 601: Helping Young Children in Crisis Through Curricular activities Obj. 5 ECE 610: Family, School, and Community Partnerships Obj. 6 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 5 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj.5	` Completion of 4 major projects in a group ` Mock parent/teacher/child conferences ` Group curriculum project ` Group project to design an early childhood center inside and outside ` Work in small groups for in class discussion, on web caucus ` Group oral report ` Group teaching presentation on family diversity ` Work with a partner to document obstacles and create resources and referrals ` Major Lived-World assignment ` Investigation of a prominent person, program, organization, or practice important to the field of ECE
9.0 Develop knowledge and skills required to serve as a mentor to others and a model of professional behavior for volunteers and other staff members.	ECE 610: Family, School, and community Partnerships Obj. 5 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 5 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 7	` Observation of in class role plays, simulations, and presentations ` Create and share resources and referrals to serve as a model for school and community volunteers ` Major Lived-World assignment ` Final Examination question requires students to demonstrate their advocacy and professional mentoring activities.
10.0 Understand the socio-cultural, historical and political forces that influence the diverse delivery systems through which programs are offered for young children and their families (for example, social service agencies, public schools, private enterprise.)	ECE 601: Helping young Children in Crisis Through Curricular Activities Obj. 3,4 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 5 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 1,8 SOFD 550: Philosophy, Ethics, & Teaching Objs. 2 & 4 SOFD 580: Sociology of Education Objs. 1 & 8	` Assessment of intervention and prevention services programs add materials which assess children in crisis ` Document and discuss the obstacles accessing resources in public service delivery systems ` Major Lived-World Assignment ` Active participation in class small group discussions ` Web Caucus participation and response to issues questions ` Final Examination question on the history of the field. ` Critical analysis of local, state, & federal policies as they impact schools and classroom practices ` Critical reviews of  case studies, articles, films, & other texts.
11.0 Collect and interpret research, translate research findings into practice, demonstrate personal research skills, and implement applied research.	ECE 602: Implementing Appropriate Early childhood Programs Obj. 3,4 ECE 601: Helping young Children in Crisis Through Curricular Activities Obj. 3,4 ECE 610: Family, School, and community Partnerships Obj. 1,6 ECE 693: Seminar: Early Childhood Education Obj. 1,2 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 1,2,7 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 2,7,8 EDPS 677: Research Techniques Objs. 2, 4, &5 EDPS 687:  Qualitative/Interpretive Research Objs. 2, 3, 6	` Teaching Practices Reflection paper ` Analyzing own practice and applying research findings to their practice. ` Action research paper delineating practical implications   which requires a systematic analysis of topic related to children in crisis. ` Summary and analysis of research article ` Group teaching presentation on family diversity ` Active participation in seminar discussions ` Documentation of outside readings ` Research paper:  synthesis of research on a selected topic in ECE and application to practice. ` Final Project involving impact of poverty on children ` Review of the literature paper on a current topic related to ECE ` Web Caucus participation ` Active participation in class discussions ` Summaries and critiques of research articles ` Instructor created assignments ` Critical evaluation of a research study or a written research proposal ` Data-gathering and date analysis assignments ` Final qualitative research report
12.0 Demonstrate deeper understanding of a particular area of specialization related to an intended career role (for example, administration and supervision of early childhood programs; family support programs; primary grade teaching or administration; early childhood special education/early intervention; or infant/toddler programming.	ECE 693: Seminar:  ECE	` Synthesis of research on a selected topic in ECE and application to practice.  This is presented in class as well as in a paper.
13.0 Apply theoretical and research knowledge to practice in early childhood settings (their own classroom or other field assignments).  For example, applications of theory to practice may be demonstrated during field study projects, action research, curriculum projects, or observed clinical practice.	ECE 602: Implementing Appropriate Early Childhood Programs Obj. 3,4,5, ECE 601: Helping young Children in Crisis Through Curricular Activities Obj. 2,5 ECE 610: Family, School, and community Partnerships Obj. 4 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 2,4,7	` Teaching Practices Reflection paper ` Group curriculum project ` Students identify a challenge in their classrooms and develop and carry out a solution. ` Action research paper ` Individual projects (designing a parent education or involvement program, writing a parent handbook, or designing a parent resource center ` Final Project involves application of social policy to practice or an action research project applied to professional setting.
14.0 Are reflective professionals capable of taking leadership roles in schools or programs, mentoring novice teachers, and acting as advocates for children at local, state, and national levels.	ECE 693: Seminar: Early Childhood Education Obj. 4 EDPS 617: Children in Poverty: Educational Implications Obj. 5 ECE 600:  Trends and Issues in ECE Obj. 7,8	` Documentation in Portfolio of leadership roles, advocacy involvement, or other contributions to the profession ` Portfolio completion describing service to the profession and local community ` Major Lived-World Assignment ` Final Project ` Advocacy training and demonstration of skills in a major lived-World assignment. ` Investigation of a prominent person, program, organization, or practice important to the field of ECE ` Web caucus participation in critical reflection assignment
KMP 3/6/03

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