Level 2 Courses available this term   

This course explores development from ages 2.5 through 12 years to understand the systematic changes in social, emotional, physical, and cognitive functioning of the child. Theories of development are examined, which highlight progressive changes and integration of functioning. Students examine current research and contextual influences in child development, applicable to the preschool and school-age child. Students apply observational strategies.SAME TEXTBOOK AS CHIL 1004

Prerequisite:

• CHIL 1004- Child Development I

In this course, students examine how developmentally appropriate guidance practices and a positive learning environment influence children’s self-control, self-regulation, and resiliency. Students learn methods to strengthen children’s positive self-esteem, promote pro-social play among groups of children and create a climate of positive interactions between children and adults. NO TEXTBOOK REQUIRED.

Prerequisites:

• CHIL1004- Child Development I

In this course, students develop an understanding of the different methods and types of observation and documentation. Special attention is placed on the development and writing of learning stories. Students analyze the learning stories to plan activities that support children’s interests, learning, and development. Students build on the writing, editing, analytical, and research activities needed to successfully write observations and learning stories.

Prerequisites: CHIL 1004- Child Development 1

In this course, students combine their knowledge of child development and their observation and documentation skills to consider the modes through which infant, toddler and preschool children learn. Topics include care-giving practices, responsive environments, developing positive relationships with children and families, and the role of the Early Childhood Educator in relationship to current legislation and pedagogies. The focus of this course is on the planning of interest-based experiences/activities that facilitate and scaffold learning in all areas of development.

Prerequisites:

• CHIL 1004- Child Development
• EARL 6- Art Based Curriculum

Note: As of Winter 2021 this course has replaced CHIL 2010-Infant/Toddler Childcare.

In this course, students apply the theory and practiced-skills learned previously in order to enter into teaching practice. Students observe and document; begin to plan for and facilitate children’s learning; begin guiding children’s behaviour using appropriate strategies; interact and begin to form relationships with children, colleagues and families; and participate in all aspect of the program. At the end of this teaching practice students will satisfactorily demonstrate the above skills and knowledge required in order to advance.

This course was previously split into two courses, CASE 103 and CASE 104. As of Winter 2021 these courses have been consolidated into this single course, CASE 104, which will include both placement and seminar components.

Prerequisites:

• HEAL 200- Health & Safety 
• CHIL 1004- Child Development I 
• EARL 6- Art Based Curriculum 
• EARL 4- Intro to ECE

This course focuses on the planning and set up of indoor and outdoor learning environments incorporating elements of intentional design. Students will view the physical environment critically and creatively to optimize play, and support children’s learning and development within the context of collaboration and responsive relationships. A wide range of effective early learning environments are studied and discussed with inclusivity and accessibility as consistent priorities.TEXTBOOK REQUIRED