Students taking Early Childhood Education and Education courses that include field work may be required to pay for Live Scan fingerprint processing (cost TBA).
ECE 2, Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 11.
An examination of the underlying theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate practices applied to programs, environments, emphasizing the key role of relationships, constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in supporting physical, social, creative and intellectual development for all children. This course includes a review of the historical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution of the professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics and professional identity.
1710 3:00p-6:05p TTh BUNDY 339 Spain E A
Above section 1710 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 27 to Dec 17, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
1711 3:00p-6:05p TTh BUNDY 339 Spain E A
Above section 1711 meets for 8 weeks, Sep 01 to Oct 22, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
1712 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Pourroy D M
Above section 1712 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
4153 6:30p-9:35p T BUNDY 339 Dophna G R
Above section 4153 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 4, Language and Literature for the Young Child 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2 and Psychology 11.
This course provides a developmental framework for planning and implementing experiences which support and extend children’s ability to use language as a means of communication, as a medium of creative expression, and as a tool in the development of logical thought. It introduces techniques for assessing the language skills of both typically and atypically developing young children, and for designing programs to meet children’s unique needs through individual interactions and group activities. The course reviews the field of children’s literature and provides practice in skills of story selection, story reading, and storytelling for young children.
1713 11:30a-2:35p W BUNDY 339 Dophna G R
Above section 1713 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
4154 6:30p-9:35p W BUNDY 328 Dophna G R
Above section 4154 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 5, Math and Science for the Young Child 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2 and Psychology 11.
This course applies child development principles to the planning of science and mathematics experiences for both typically and atypically developing young children. Emphasis is placed on understanding how children develop problem-solving skills and on recognizing how teachers can facilitate inquiry-discovery experiences for young children with diverse learning styles and needs. Course work includes participation in experiments and field experiences in life sciences. Students are required to develop and provide developmentally and culturally appropriate activities in science and mathematics activities for young children.
1714 11:30a-2:35p M BUNDY 339 Dophna G R
Above section 1714 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 8, Creative Experiences – Art, Music and Movement 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2 and Psychology 11.
This course applies child development principles to planning multicultural art, music, and movement experiences for young children. It covers the role of art, music, and movement in developing children’s physical-motor, social-emotional, and cognitive skills, with emphasis on providing conditions that encourage development of creativity and aesthetic awareness. Class work includes workshops and field experiences in planning and implementing appropriate creative experiences with young children.
1715 3:00p-6:05p M BUNDY 339 Livingston S A
Above section 1715 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 9, Introduction to School-Age Child Care 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 11.
This introductory course in programs for school-age child care directly addresses the curriculum needs of children participating in before and after school programs including, but not limited to, activities relating to early literacy and early math skills. This course reviews developmental stages and tasks for early and middle childhood and covers appropriate activities for children between the ages of four and twelve with an emphasis on homework completion for the older child. In addition, through lecture, class discussion, and student presentations, relevant state regulations, community resources, multi-cultural perspective, nutrition/behavior relationships, behavior management, and staff development objectives are covered. By the end of this course, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to function in all aspects of a school-age child care program.
1716 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Gunn A C
Above section 1716 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
ECE 11, Home, School and Community 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 11 or Early Childhood Education 2.
This course is an examination of the developing child in a societal context focusing on the interrelationship of family, school and community with an emphasis on historical and socio-cultural factors. Studies of family systems in contemporary society as they impact children and their individual heritage, diverse culture, ability and language will be examined highlighting at least three major American cultures (Latino American, African American, Asian American, Native American, and European American). The processes of socialization and identity development will be highlighted showing the importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families.
1717 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Tannatt M G M
Above section 1717 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1718 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Tannatt M G M
Above section 1718 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
4155 6:30p-9:35p MW BUNDY 321 Wehbi M B
Above section 4155 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 16, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 18, Childhood: Culture and Personality 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4G (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None.
This course satisfies the Santa Monica College Global Citizenship requirement.
This course summarizes psychological and anthropological theories, methods, and data. These are used to examine the relationship between critical aspects of culture and the personality development of children, adolescents, and adults. Comparisons of child-rearing practices in different societies illustrate the role of family, nutrition, and education in socialization. Inter-culture contact is discussed in relation to individuals and conflict in U.S. schools. Wherever possible, at least three cultures found within the California school systems, including but not limited to, Asian, Native American and Hispanic families are examined.
Early Childhood Education 18 is the same course as Psychology 18. Students may receive credit for one, but not both.
1719 12:45p-2:05p MW HSS 255 Chin D
1720 12:45p-2:05p TTh HSS 255 Goodfellow C A
4507 6:30p-9:35p MW BUNDY 335 Wehbi M B
Above section 4507 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 21, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 21, EArly Childhood Practices 4 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 11, Early Childhood Education 2 and 11, and one of the following: Early Childhood Education 4, 5, 8.
This course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment and observation strategies to document development, growth, play and learning to join with families and professionals in promoting children’s success. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored. Students will also be required to complete 39 hours of work in an early childhood setting.
1721 11:30a-2:35p Th BUNDY 321 Dophna G R
Arrange-3 Hours Dophna G R
Above section 1721 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
4156 6:30p-9:35p M BUNDY 339 Livingston S A
Arrange-3 Hours Livingston S A
Above section 4156 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 22, ECE Field Experience 5 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 11; Early Childhood Education 2, 11, 21, 64 and choice of two: Early Childhood Education 4, 5, or 8.
This course is a demonstration of developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching competencies under guided supervision. Students will utilize practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Child centered, play-oriented approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment; and knowledge of curriculum content areas will be emphasized as student teachers design, implement and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for all young children. Students will also be required to complete 90 hours of work in an early childhood
setting.
4157 6:30p-9:35p T BUNDY 328 McGrath M T
Arrange-6 Hours McGrath M T
Above section 4157 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 30, Children with Challenging Behaviors 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides an overview of the developmental, environmental and cultural factors that impact the behavior of children, including family stressors, temperament, violence, attachment disorders, and special needs. Topics include reasons for misbehavior, the importance of documented observation, and creating positive environments to encourage appropriate behavior. Intervention techniques for highly aggressive, antisocial, disruptive, destructive, emotional and dependent behaviors as well as proactive intervention and prevention techniques will be presented.
4158 6:30p-9:35p M BUNDY 328 Spain E A
Above section 4158 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 41, Supervision and Administration of Early Childhood Programs 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 2, 11, 21, 22 and Psychology 11. • Advisory: Experience as an early childhood teacher.
This course introduces Early Childhood Center supervision and administration to the experienced teacher planning to become an administrator of programs for infant, preschool and school-age programs. Basics of establishing goals, policies, job descriptions, fundraising, publicity, budgets and records will be explored. Personnel policies, staff selection, training and laws governing early childhood programs pertaining to both typical and atypical children will be emphasized. This course meets the requirements of the State Department of Social Services for directors of programs under their supervision.
1722 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Manson L J
Above section 1722 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
ECE 43, Supervision and Administration 2 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Early Childhood Education 41.
This course builds on the content from ECE 41 and further defines the director’s role in an Early Childhood Education Center for infant, preschool and school age programs. Topics include legislative policies, fiscal management, leadership, code of ethics, assessment, staff development, and the supervisor as a change agent. This course provides an in-depth examination of the California Department of Education, Title 5, expectations and requirements pertaining to children developing typically and atypically.
1723 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Morrison M A
Above section 1723 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
ECE 45, Children with Special Needs 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This introductory course in the education of children with special needs provides an overview of laws, definitions, methodologies, trends and issues, and current research in special education. The course covers various categories of disability, including learning and physical disabilities, autism, mental retardation, behavioral disorders, communication disorders, visual and/or hearing impairments, attention deficit disorders and giftedness. Topics are examined from a culturally sensitive, family-focused perspective that emphasizes the importance of understanding children with special needs in order to educate them effectively.
1724 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Parise W A
Above section 1724 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1725 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Parise W A
Above section 1725 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
ECE 46, Infant through Toddler Studies 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 11.
This course includes an overview of the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of both typically and atypically developing infants and toddlers, birth to three years of age. It will include basic principles of care giving, arrangement and accommodation of the environment; working with other staff, early interventionists, parents and the community; identifying young children with characteristics of special needs and those who may be at risk for disabilities, and making appropriate referrals; and providing culturally sensitive and consistent care. This course is designed for caregivers of infants and toddlers so that they will have greater understanding of the diverse needs and abilities of the young children they care for and to increase their knowledge and awareness of the issues that impact the youngest children’s lives in today’s families.
4159 6:30p-9:35p MW BUNDY 329 McGrath M T
Above section 4159 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 21, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 47, Developing Family Childcare 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequsite: None.
This course focuses on the establishment of a family childcare business serving children from birth to school-age. Aspects of family childcare from both a care giving and business perspective will be addressed. Topics covered include legal implications, governing regulations, and business requirements as well as the development of a culturally sensitive, inclusive child-centered program. Effective communication methods between parents and providers as well as the connection of developmental theory to practice will be emphasized.
1726 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Manson L J
Above section 1726 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
ECE 49, Early Intervention Strategies 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None. • Advisory: Psychology 11 and Early Childhood Education 45.
This course will focus on the theories, research, and practical applications from the field of early intervention. Special education topics covered will include curriculum modification strategies to facilitate the development of cognitive, motor, social, emotional and language skills in infants, toddlers, and young children with special needs. Specific attention will be aimed at developing behavior management plans, collaborative teaching, lesson planning strategies, and methods for working with and parents of young children with special needs.
4160 6:30p-9:35p M BUNDY 321 Parise W A
Above section 4160 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 51, The Reggio Approach 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
In cooperation with the State Commission on Teacher Credentialing, this course will focus on the theories, research, and practical application of the Reggio Emilia Approach as applicable to early childhood education in the U.S. The key concepts of collaboration between parents, teachers, and children; observation of how children construct theories; documentation and reflection on the learning process; the expanded role of the teacher as a co-constructor of knowledge; examination of the impact of the environment in facilitating children’s learning; and meeting the challenge of creating a cooperative community of learners will be covered in the course.
4161 5:30p-9:35p W BUNDY 339 Khokha E W
5:30p-9:35p W BUNDY 339 Heimann R Y
Above section 4161 meets for 13 weeks, Sep 09 to Dec 02, at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 64, Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young Children 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Introduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures and early childhood curriculum related to child health safety and nutrition. The key components that ensure physical health, mental health and safety for both children and staff will be identified along with the importance of collaboration with families and health professionals. Focus on integrating the concepts into everyday planning and program development for all children.
1727 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Manson L J
Above section 1727 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1728 Arrange-6.5 Hours ONLINE-E Pourroy D M
Above section 1728 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
ECE 88A, Independent Studies in Early Childhood Education 1 unit
Transfer: CSU
Please see “Independent Studies” section.
1729 Arrange-1 Hour BUNDY 317A Manson L J
Above section 1729 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.
ECE 88B, Independent Studies in Early Childhood Education 2 units
Transfer: CSU
Please see “Independent Studies” section.
1730 Arrange-2 Hours BUNDY 317A Manson L J
Above section 1730 meets at the Bundy Campus, 3171 South Bundy Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90066.