Maricopa Community Colleges  ECH184   19896-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/06/89
ECH184 19896-99999 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Toddler Program Development
Planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate group experience for children between 12 and 33 months of age. Setting goals, establishing daily routines, planning, learning activities, and facilitating parent communication/participation. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
ECH184   19896-99999 Toddler Program Development
1. Describe developmental needs, abilities, and individual differences typical among toddlers. (I)
2. Describe major toddler program models and how they serve various populations. (II)
3. Identify and describe adult program responsibilities, to include caregiver, teacher, and parent facilitator. (III)
4. Adapt learning experiences to meet the needs of toddlers. (IV)
5. Describe how to positively interact with toddlers in groups. (V)
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ECH184   19896-99999 Toddler Program Development
    I. Toddlers - 12 to 33 Months
        A. Needs
        B. Abilities
        C. Variations Among Individuals
      II. Toddler Program Models
          A. Full Daily Care
          B. Toddler Enrichment
          C. Parent/Toddler Classes
        III. Adult Program Responsibilities
            A. Caregiver
            B. Teacher
            C. Parent Facilitator
          IV. Learning Activities
              A. Sources
              B. Group Dynamics
              C. Individual Differences
            V. Interaction with Toddlers in Groups
                A. Routines
                  1. "Toilet-Learning"
                  2. Eating
                  3. Feeding
                  4. Self Help
                B. Discipline/Guidance
                  1. Regular Group Management
                  2. The High Need Child in a Group
                C. Teaching
                D. Safety
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