For a full list of course descriptions please see section 7 of the University graduate catalog.
CDF 236 – Interaction and Guidance (3)
Overview of guidance strategies in fostering children’s social competency within group or individually. Adults’ role in various interactions (e.g. parent-child, teacher-child) and resources for working with families/parents (e.g. parent education workshop) will be explored.
CDF 246 Creative Activities and Materials for Young Children (3)
Survey of learning experiences in various curriculum areas. Planning activities, including techniques and materials, to provide environment appropriate to the age and background of young children for the individual child based on age, ability, culture and ethnicity.
CDF 327S Family Involvement with Young Children (3)
Study of effective relationships with families. Methods and materials useful in fostering family life education, including adult learning principles. Experiences include implementing family service plans, planning discussion groups, conducting home visits, and parent-teacher conferences. Includes 15 service-learning hours.
CDF 547 Organization and Administration of Early Childhood Programs (3)
Review of the theories influencing the definition of goals, philosophies and rationales for establishment of early childhood programs (0‑5), study of the procedures for organizing early childhood programs, and discussion of the management processes for administering quality early childhood programs.
