Syllabus

Outcome

Assessment Tool

Grading Criteria

1

Analyze current perceptions and practices and areas of growth regarding infant and toddler care and education.

Pre and Post test in each session

15%

2

Describe and discuss the content and format of the Early Learning Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers.

Reflection Sheet (2.5%) and Format Matching Game (2.5%)

7.5%

3

Identify children’s learning and interaction styles through observation and recording.

Observation (10% each)  (Modules 1, 2 )

20%

4

Interpret data collected through child observations to determine learning experiences which support children’s unique strengths and characteristics including children with special needs, children with developmental delays, and dual language learners. 

Use Observations to select and offer Supportive Learning Experience (5% each) (Modules 1, 2, 3)

15%

5

Assess and articulate how the adult’s cultural competence impacts children’s development and learning. 

Cultural Competency Self-Assessment (Module 1)

2.5%

6

Describe the influence of experience and interactions on brain development. 

Brain Map Activity (Module 2, Session 1)

2.5%

7

Examine the importance of family engagement in the program and the impact on children’s development and learning.

Family Engagement Activity (Module 2, Session 1)

2.5%

8

Examine and articulate the influence of language and culture on development and learning.

Language and Culture Questionnaire (Module 2, Session 2)

2.5%

9

Plan activities that support the physical development of all children including children with special needs, physical limitations, or developmental delays.

Review ELG Section and offer a Physical Activity or Nutrition Activity (Module 3, Session 1)

5%

10

Analyze current nutritional practices and identify activities to promote healthy eating while supporting children with special needs, delays, or dietary needs.

Review ELG section and offer a Physical Activity or  Nutrition Activity (Module 3, Session 1)

n/a (included in #9)

11

Identify and share community resources with peers and families.

Identify two community resource on children’s physical health and well-being and share with families (Module 3, Session 1)

2.5%

12

Create a continuum of learning that links early education and care to later success in school and in life by aligning the Early Learning Guidelines for Infants and Toddlers, Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences, and the Kindergarten Frameworks.

Review the Guidelines for PS Learning Experiences and the Kindergarten Frameworks. Summarize the continuum of learning using these resources. (Module 3)

5%

13

Utilize intentional and responsive teaching practices by observing and integrating knowledge about Approaches to Learning in practice.

Observation of approaches to learning and offering a Supportive learning experience (Module 3, Session

Under ABO #3

14

Apply knowledge learned to improve education and care offered to Infants and Toddlers.

Implementation Action Plan (Module 3, Session 2)

Under ABO #15

15

Integrate new knowledge into work with infants, toddlers, peers, and families. 

One Step at a Time Goal Sheet (Module 1 and 2)

Implementation Action Plan (2.5% each) (Module 3)

7.5%

16

Assess professional development needs and conduct research to increase knowledge.

Final Project:  Select one topic (each has specific requirements); responsive caregiving, children with special needs, professional development or dual language learners.

15%