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Montessori Philosophy and Pedagogy for Early Childhood (4.5 units)
EDUC X321.21
This class is an overview of the Montessori method and philosophy of education. This is an excellent class for teachers who wish to learn these methods to individualize their early childhood education programs. It includes the application and analysis of the Montessori philosophy and method, a short survey of Montessori's life and work, terminology, Montessori's research on child development, normalization/socialization of the child, and the fundamental methods used in Montessori classrooms. The class includes methods for motivating, teaching "discipline," managing the classroom for the individualization of learning activities for Montessori environments, and applying and integrating these methods into the traditional classroom. Diversity, assessment, special needs and other important issues in child studies are also addressed. This is the first of three classes for those students who wish to become Montessori teachers. Please note that the orientation meeting on the first Tuesday is required for all candidates for the Montessori Infant-Toddler Certificate or the Montessori Pre-Primary Certification program. Students taking the course for their information are encouraged to participate in the certification labs held each Thursday following Tuesday lectures. These sessions are required of students taking the course for a letter grade.
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Preventative Health Practices for Early Childhood Education (0.5 units)
EDUC X321.18
This course covers the areas of preventative health practices required to be taken one time by AB243 for early childhood educators. Areas of instruction include: infectious disease and immunizations; and prevention of childhood injuries, sanitary food handling, child nutrition, emergency preparedness and evacuation, caring for children with special needs, and identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse.
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Montessori Practicum for Early Childhood (4 units)
EDUC X321.2
This course prepares the student for internship and final certification projects which run through all three quarters of the certification process. Students learn observation and portfolio evaluation techniques as well as combine learning strategies and apply them during experiences in a Montessori age-appropriate setting under the supervision of a previously certified Montessori teacher. The practicum further provides a balanced and comprehensive application of experiences and affords students experiences over a full academic year as preparation to assume teaching responsibilities. Classroom management and individualization of instruction in a Montessori setting is evaluated throughout the full 3 quarter internship. A minimum participation includes class participation and practicum in an age appropriate Montessori classroom for a full academic day, Monday through Friday, September through June. (Most full time internships are paid. Some half day, voluntary internships are available).
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Montessori II: Practical Life, Sensory Education, Art, Music and Movement (EC/Preschool) (4.5 units)
EDUC X321.07
This first of two curriculum courses provides instruction in the planning, design, and implementation of the beginning curriculum areas of Montessori settings for ages 0-6 years old. Strategies for socialization of children group settings through developmentally appropriate practice and curriculum are studied and applied through practical experience. This also provides insight for traditional early childhood education teachers for integration of these methods into their classrooms. The class teaches strategies for teaching young children in the areas of practical life (everyday living), sensory education, art, music and movement. Various methods for individualizing learning and classroom management are stressed.
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Montessori III: Math, Language, Geography, Social Studies, and Science (EC/Preschool) (4.5 units)
EDUC X321.32
This course is a continuation of preparation to teach in a Montessori preschool setting as well as integrate the methods into traditional classrooms. Presentations of the Montessori curriculum areas include math, language, geography, social studies and science. Teaching strategies for designing hands-on concrete manipulatives for individualization of early learning experiences are included.
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Montessori Philosophy and Pedagogy for Infants and Toddlers (4.5 units)
EDUC X321.51
This class is an overview of the Montessori method and philosophy of education for infants and toddlers. This is an excellent class for teachers who wish to learn these methods to individualize their infant/oddler programs. It includes the application and analysis of the Montessori philosophy and method, a short survey of Montessori's life and work, terminology, Montessori's research on child development, normalization/socialization of the infant/toddler, and the fundamental methods used in Montessori infant/toddler classrooms. The class includes methods for motivating, guiding and facilitating socialization and independence as well as an introduction into care and activities for children in this age range. Diversity, assessment, special needs and other important issues in child studies are also addressed. This is the first of a series of classes for those students who wish to become Montessori infant/toddler teachers. Please note that the orientation meeting on the first Tuesday of September is required for all candidates for the Montessori Infant-Toddler Certificate in order to continue in the program.
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Preventative Health Practices for Early Childhood Education (0.5 units)
EDUC X321.18
This course covers the areas of preventative health practices required to be taken one time by AB243 for early childhood educators. Areas of instruction include: infectious disease and immunizations; and prevention of childhood injuries, sanitary food handling, child nutrition, emergency preparedness and evacuation, caring for children with special needs, and identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse.
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Montessori Practicum for Infants and Toddlers (4 units)
EDUC X321.52
This course prepares the student for internship and final certification projects which run through all three quarters of the certification process. Students learn observation and portfolio evaluation techniques as well as combine learning strategies and apply them during experiences in a Montessori age-appropriate setting under the supervision of a previously certified Montessori teacher. The practicum further provides a balanced and comprehensive application of experiences and affords students experiences over a full academic year as preparation to assume teaching responsibilities. Classroom management and individualization of instruction in a Montessori setting is evaluated throughout the full 3 quarter internship. A minimum participation includes class participation and practicum in an age appropriate Montessori classroom for a full academic day, Monday through Friday, September through June. The intern must be with the same group of children for a minimum of morning work time 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. daily. (Most full time internships are paid. Some half day, voluntary internships are available).
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Montessori II: Practical Life, Sensory Education, Art, Music and Movement (Infants & Toddlers) (4.5 units)
EDUC X321.53
This first of two specialized curriculum courses provides instruction in the planning, design and implementation of the beginning curriculum areas of Montessori settings for ages 0-3 years old. Strategies for socialization of children group settings through developmentally appropriate practice and curriculum are studied and applied through practical experience. The class teaches strategies for teaching young children in the areas of practical life (socialization and everyday living), sensory education, art, music, movement, language development and beginning literacy as well as beginning number concepts and strategies for learning about life/science in the infant-toddler’s world. Various methods for individualizing learning and classroom management are stressed.
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Montessori IV: Studies for Infant-Toddler Caregivers (4.5 units)
EDUC X321.54
This course is specifically designed to meet Title 22 (CA State Licensing requirements) for those who care for infants and toddlers either at home or in a group setting. It provides an overview of infant and toddler development, and how to apply these concepts to a variety of infant-toddler activities, curriculum and care giving and considerations. Caregiver qualities of respect for the individual child and their growing independence and abilities provides a breadth of information to assist the adult in their guidance of the ongoing and rapid development of this age group. Considerations in designing and selecting a quality infant toddler care and learning environment also makes this course an excellent resource course for parents or expectant parents.
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