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Updated: 11/30/05

ECE 116 - Math and Science

Course Description

Presents the process of introducing science and math concepts to young children. Includes planning and implementation of appropriate activities and development of methods and techniques of delivery. Topics include: cognitive stages and developmental process in math and science, math and science activity planning, and development of math and science materials.

 

Competency Areas

Hours

Cognitive Stages and Developmental Process in Math and Science

Class

5

Math and Science Activity Planning

D. Lab

0

Development of Math and Science Materials

P. Lab/O.B.I.

0

 

Credit

5

 

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

ECE 103

 

Course Guide

 

Competency

After completing this section, the student will:

Hours

Class

D.Lab

P.Lab/

O.B.I.

COGNITIVE STAGES AND DEVELOPMENTAL PROCESS IN MATH AND SCIENCE

5

0

0

Cognitive stages

Identify stages of cognitive development in math and science.

 

 

 

MATH AND SCIENCE ACTIVITY PLANNING

30

0

0

Math activities

Identify age-appropriate math concepts and skills.

 

 

 

Science activities

Identify age-appropriate science concepts and skills.

 

 

 

DEVELOPMENT OF MATH AND SCIENCE MATERIALS

15

0

0

Math curriculum materials

Plan and prepare materials for math experiences.

 

 

 

Science curriculum materials

Plan and prepare materials for science experiences.

 

 

 

 

Suggested Resources

 Books

Charlesworth, R., Lind, K. K. (2003).  Math and Science for Young Children (4th ed.). Clifton Park, NY:Thomson Delmar Learning.

Dodge, D. T., Colker, L.J., and Heroman, C.  (2000)  Creative Curriculum for Early Childhood: Connecting Content, Teaching, and Learning (3rd ed.)Washington, DC: Teaching Strategies.

Eklof, J.  (2003). Animals in the Classroom.  Dallas, TX: Miss Jo Publications.

Martin, D.J. (2001).  Constructing early childhood science.  Clifton Park, NY: Thomson Delmar Learning.

National Research Council.  (1996).  National Science Education Standards (NSES).  Washington, DC: National Academy Press.

Petrash, C. (1992).  Earthways.  Mt. Rainier, MD: Gryphon House.

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 1906 Association Dr., Dept. 1-CT, Reston, VA 20191 http://www.nctm.org

Audubon Magazine, National Audubon Society, 700 Broadway, NY, NY 10003, http://www.audubon.org

Burris, A.  (2005). Understanding the Math You Teach.  Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458.

Oppenheim, C.  (1993). Science Is Fun!  Maryland Heights, Missouri: CRACOM Corp.

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