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EC 209 Learning Environments for Children (3cr)
Spring 2017 (online)
Dakota College at Bottineau
Course Syllabus
Keep this syllabus for reference throughout the semester
Course Title:
Learning Environments for Children
Instructor: Mrs. Kaley Mills
Course Prefix/Number:
EC 209
Office: N/A
Class Location: ONLINE
Assignments due the following Monday by 5pm
Lecture/Lab Schedule: ONLINE
Instructor Contact Information:
*Please note my email will be changing soon*
Emails will have a response within 24 hours if M-F.
Credits:
3
Pre-/Co-requisites:
None
Course Description:
This course examines methods for creating and maintaining environments that emphasize
safety, promote wellness, and encourage exploration and learning. Topics include hazard assessment, safety
education, responding to injuries and emergencies, sanitation, meal planning, health education, organizing the
environment, and utilizing appropriate materials, plans, and routines
Relationship to Campus Theme:
The purpose of the Education and Human Development Discipline is to educate
students for careers as paraeducators, teachers, early childhood professionals and adult caregivers. The discipline
provides coursework which transitions to higher degrees and work-related skills. Programs must prepare professionals
based on industry standards and provide an educational continuum for degree advancement. Dakota College at
Bottineau is committed to a hands-on learning environment and uses field experiences in educational settings as
common instructional techniques.
Goals/Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, student will be able to:
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Students will plan for emergencies and injuries and demonstrate knowledge of appropriate
response procedures.
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Students will guide and instruct children in using safety rules and emergency procedures.
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Students will identify and describe methods for maintaining environments that promote
wellness.
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Students will plan for good hygiene and rituals that promote wellness and demonstrate an
understanding of proper nutrition and healthy eating habits.
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Students will organize indoor and outdoor areas that encourage play and exploration.
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Students will create, select, and use materials, toys, and equipment that interest and challenge
children.