캐나다 토론토 근교 코네스코가 유아교육학과

[캐나다 컬리지- 토론토 근교 코네스토가 컬리지/유아교육학과-Early Childhood Education ]

 

캐나다 토론토 근교 코네스토가 컬리지 - Conestoga College

 

Early Childhood Education

 

 

프로그램기간: 2년

프로그램 시작일: 9월/1월

캠퍼스: Doon (Kitchener)

입학조건: 토플 IBT 79/ IELTS 6.0 (each band 5.5 이상)

               영어공인점수가 없을 경우 코네스코가 부설 어학과정을 통해 조건부 입학이 바로 가능합니다.

 

취업률: 2010-2011년 91%  평균연봉 $26,937.

 

학비: $13,150 (1년) 보험과 학생회비 보험

 

캐나다 코네스토가 학교에는 부설 유치원이 있기에 실습하기에 적합한 환경을 갖추고 있습니다.

 

취업전망: 캐나다의 경우 대체적으로 부모님들이 일을 하기 때문에 아이들은 주로 데이커에센터에 아이들을
보내는데요. 지역마다 데이케어센터를 늘리고 있는 추세이며 그로 인해 선생님들이 많이 필요하기에 
졸업 후 취업률이 높습니다.

 

 

프로그램 과정

 

Course	Courses
Level One
COMM1850	Essential Writing Skills Description: This course will introduce students to the essential concepts of grammar and sentence structure leading to effective college-level paragraph construction. Hours: 15 Credits: 1 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1020	Foundations Of Curriculum Description: This course introduces the concepts of emergent curriculum and play to the beginning early childhood educator. The early childhood environment and the role of the educator is examined through the lenses of play, diversity and creativity. Observation, reflection and documentation are used as the basis for planning for children’s learning. Learners are introduced to the provincial Early Learning Framework, the Occupational Standards for Early Childhood Educators, and the College of ECE Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1030	Introduction To E.C.E. Description: This course is an introduction to the profession of Early Childhood Education. Elements of high quality child care curriculum will be explored. The focus will be on the early childhood educator’s role to create high quality child care environments. The role of the early childhood educator in providing high quality care through fostering emotional well-being and social competence will be studied. The early childhood educator’s use of positive guidance to facilitate the child’s growing self concept and self control will be examined. The aspects of carefully designed schedules and the routines and transitions within them and the role they play to ensure high quality child care programs will be explored. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1065	Child Development: The Early Years Description: This course introduces the chronological study of human development. It begins with prenatal influences and examines the age-stages of conception and infancy. The interactive nature of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial domains of the influence on human development will be emphasized. The major theories of development will be used to analyze different developmental events through the life span. A central theme of the course is the nature-nurture controversy. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1090	Field Placement - Introduction to Practice Description: This field placement experience is an introduction to working with young children in an E.C.E. setting. Students will have an opportunity to observe the role of an Early Childhood Educator with preschool children, and under his or her direction, begin to practice the theory taught in the classroom. Emphasis is placed on beginning to develop skills, particularly in the areas of human qualities, communication and professionalism. The competencies outlined in the field placement evaluation will serve as a guide to the requirements of the placement. The classroom component of the course will introduce students to the processes and procedures relevant to all field placement experiences. Hours: 120 Credits: 4 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
Level Two
ECE1015	Responsive Curriculum in Early Learning Description: Developing and implementing curriculum experiences that respond to children's interests, development, and cultural contexts is an essential component of quality early learning and care. Using observation as a springboard to curriculum design, students will develop knowledge and skills to engage children in meaningful learning throughout the curriculum. Recognizing the importance of supportive play environments and responsive educators in children's learning, students will design and apply intentional strategies that reflect emerging curriculum experiences. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: ECE1020 CoRequisites:
ECE1050	Health Safety & Nutrition Description: This course will address the interrelationship of health, safety, and nutrition in the environment of the developing child. Emphasis will be placed on the prevention, and recognition of illness and injury to children in early learning and care settings. Good health and nutrition practices appropriate for children will also be addressed. In addition, strategies that incorporate the principles of health, safety, and nutrition into curriculum will be explored. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1075	Child Development: The Later Years Description: This course continues the chronological study of human development from early childhood to late adulthood. The main indepth foci are early childhood and middle childhood. Adolescence and the stages of adulthood will be overviewed. The interactive nature of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial domains of influence at each age-stage will be examined. The major theories of development will be used to analyze different developmental events from early childhood throughout the adulthood stages, including death and dying. A central theme of the course is the nature-nurture contraversy. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1100	Field Placement - Fundamentals of Practice Preschool Description: This field placement experience provides an opportunity for students to further relate theory to practice in developing their skills with children and families in an ECE setting. Working alongside and under the direction of a qualified Early Childhood Educator, emphasis is placed on developing a broad range of skills related to the role of the ?Early Childhood Educator? including the development, implementation and documentation of appropriate curriculum experiences, and reflective practice. The competencies outlined in the field placement evaluation will serve as a guide to the requirements of the placement. The seminar portion of this course will allow an opportunity for student to connect with their college field placement supervisor and peers for reflection, feedback and problem solving as well as to stay informed of the processes and procedures relevant to the placement. Hours: 182 Credits: 6 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE1120	Family Life Description: This course will explore the relationship between the individual and the family, and examine the meaning of family within a social context. Students will have opportunities to enhance both self awareness and social awareness by reflecting on their own family or origin dynamics and by exploring a variety of family forms and relationship issues. Specific topics will include marriage law and relationship violence. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
Level Three
COMM1860	Applied Writing Skills Description: Students will be introduced to a variety of vocationally-specific formats and further development of their paragraph writing skills leading to the creation of more comprehensive documents. Hours: 15 Credits: 1 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE2000	Designing Integrative Curriculum Description: Through this course students will deepen their knowledge and skills of engaging children in meaningful learning throughout the curriculum. With a view to designing integrative curriculum experiences, students will describe and analyze the interconnected nature of children's learning and role of curriculum in supporting that learning. Special attention will be paid to making learning visible through reflection, documentation and authentic assessment strategies. In addition, students will explore and critique various curriculum frameworks and principles that inspire curriculum approaches and practices in early learning and care, and kindergarten programs. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: ECE1015 CoRequisites:
ECE2010	Infant And Toddler Programs Description: This course will familiarize the student with the unique needs of infants and toddlers in group settings. Caregiving, play and planned experiences will be explored in the context of developmental theory and as the foundation for creating developmentally appropriate programs for infants and toddlers. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE2020	Inclusion In E.C.E. Programs I Description: Curriculum A - Theory & Practice Curriculum B - Theory & Practice Observing and Recording in E.C.E. Settings This course will focus on the early identification of children's strengths and needs for the purpose of planning to meet the needs of each child in the group. The emphasis will be on delivering effective, comprehensive care for all children and making referrals where appropriate. The attitudes and role of the educator in meeting individual needs, from a holistic perspective will be emphasized. Children with diverse needs in the social and emotional domains will be examined within a developmental framework. This knowledge will be used to assist the student in identifying when to make adaptations, to facilitate the childs inclusion. A variety of strategies, to assist in establishing optimum growth and development for children in the social and emotional domains, will be studied. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: ECE1015 CoRequisites:
ECE2060	School Age Programs Description: This course will cover the developmental norms and needs of 5-12 year olds. Emphasis will be placed on planning developmentally appropriate activities for this age group and on acquiring an understanding of the role of the Early Childhood Educator in school age programs. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: ECE1015 CoRequisites:
ECE2070	Partnership With Parents Description: This course will focus on the child and his/her family with emphasis on the theoretical and practical aspects of building and maintaining a positive partnership with parents. Self-awareness and personal growth will be examined as the main tenets in building non-judgmental, accepting, and honest interactions with parents of young children. Communication skills, Interviewing techniques, planning and presenting parents' events, and various parent education programs will also be studied in this course. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE2145	Field Placement - Expansion of Practice Description: Field Placement (Agency & Seminar) - Preschool I Field Placement (Agency & Seminar) - Preschool II If field placement is with an alternate age, the corresponding alternate age course must be taken first, or concurrent with the placement. Valid Criminal Reference Check Current Level 'C' CPR and First Aid Up-to-date Health records and immunization This field placement experience provides an opportunity for students to develop further skills working with young children. Students are expected to work more independently and demonstrate their skills on a more consistent basis under the direction of an early childhood educator. The field placement competencies; as outlined in the evaluation form will serve as a guide in this placement. Students will be evaluated in planning and implementing curriculum required with the age group where placed. Hours: 182 Credits: 6 Pre-Requisites: ECE1100 CoRequisites:
LIBS1600	Philosophy of Education Description: In this course students explore theories of formal education and the philosophers who have influenced them. Historical views of teaching and learning are studied and their influences to contemporary views of education are examined. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
Level Four
ECE1780	Issues in Quality In Early Learning and Care Description: This course will explore elements of quality early learning and care from an issue and evidence-based perspective. Students will examine, compare and contrast the research evidence that supports promising practices in the field of early learning and care. In addition, this course will examine the many competing social and economic issues in our society that contribute to quality in early learning and care. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE2050	Inclusion In E.C.E. Programs II Description: All Year I courses Inclusion in E.C.E. Programs I This course builds upon the foundation established in Inclusion in ECE Programs I. The impact on parents, siblings and extended families of children with diverse abilities will be explored within a family systems framework, to enable the early childhood educator to understand the complex issues families face and the vital and demanding role they play in the child's development. The role of educators in considering families' priorities when providing support will be examined. Diverse abilities within the physical and cognitive domains will be examined, within a developmental framework. This will assit the student to identify the impact of exceptionalities on the child's total development, when and how to make adaptations to the care and learning environment and the steps to take to facilitate the child's inclusion in a group setting. A variety of teaching strategies will be examined. Hours: 30 Credits: 2 Pre-Requisites: ECE2020 CoRequisites:
ECE2085	The ECE Professional Description: Successful completion of Year 1 courses (including Field Placement Agency II and Field Work Seminar II) Students, having acquired an understanding of the role of the ECE teacher with children and their families, will explore the meaning of 'professional' particularly as it relates to careers with young children, will consider current professional issues and will learn about accessing and utilizing resources available in the community. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE2155	Field Placement Consolidation of Practice Description: Field Placement (Agency & Seminar) - Preschool II Valid Criminal Reference Check Current Level 'C' CPR and First Aid Certification Up-to-date Health Records and Immunization This field placement experience provides an opportunity for students to integrate theory and practice as well as demonstrating their skills working with children independently and consistently. Some students may be eligible to complete this placement working with children with special needs or in special settings. The field placement competencies will serve as a guide in this placement. Students will be evaluated in planning and implementing curriculum requied with the age group where placed. Hours: 182 Credits: 6 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
ECE2160	Philosophy in Practice Description: Select teaching models, guiding children's behaviours, moral development and personal values are explored as a basis for students developing their onw personal philosophy of education. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:
HEAL1020	Wellness: The Better You Description: This course will introduce the students to the concept of wellness and provide practical strategies for developing a healthy lifestyle in all aspects of their lives. The students will, through lectures, group associations, practical experience and self-evaluation explore such issues as stress-management, self-responsibility, physical fitness, nutrition, social interaction, the relationship between feelings and thinking and the rationale for holistic health alternatives. Hours: 45 Credits: 3 Pre-Requisites: CoRequisites:

 

 

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