Early Childhood Education

This course is designed to help the candidate understand that teaching is a profession from infancy through school age, the need for professionalism, the historical philosophical contexts, the governmental and economic contexts, challenges of meeting students diverse educational needs, curriculum models and instruction, and the major legal issues facing the education community. This course meets the Ohio Transfer Articulation Guidelines.

This course addresses both typical and atypical child development from birth through age eight. The course provides an overview of early childhood theorists. Studying early childhood development is essential to becoming an effective teacher of young children. The importance of understanding the interrelationship of the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language, and aesthetic domains will also be addressed. Developmental domains are presented with examples drawn from diverse cultures. The course also highlights the diversity of child development, preparing professionals to meet the unique needs of children from a wide variety of backgrounds. This multicultural perspective prepares adults to meet the distinct needs of every child. (TAG# OED005)

Examines language and communication development theories, intervention approaches, bilingualism, didactic and child-directed approaches, caregiver-child interactions, naturalistic environments, and influences of preschool inclusion. Introduces strategies for assessment of communicative functioning. Focuses on early intervention for communication development in children who are not progressing at normal developmental rates. Discusses alternative and augmentative devices in natural settings and guidelines for training parents and peers.

This is a basic course in expository writing and critical reading. Students read a variety of nonfiction works and write summaries, analysis, essays, and a researched argument in response to their reading. Students learn to read actively and accurately and to organize, develop, and revise coherent papers appropriate for a college-educated audience. (OTM for First Writing Course TME001) 

This course provides the student with an overview of probability and statistics. Probability terminology, concepts and rules are emphasized in solving probability problems. Descriptive statistics, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, charts, tables and diagrams are used to summarize data. The student is introduced to the binomial, Poisson, hyper-geometric, normal and t-distributions. Confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, correlation, and linear regression are used to make conclusions concerning population parameters from sample data. This course meets the requirements for OTM Introductory Statistics TMM010.

This is a course in argument and research writing. Students read issue-based works and write summaries, responses, and an argument and research paper. Students learn to organize research projects, find and evaluate sources, incorporate ideas and quotations from sources, document their sources in MLA and APA style, analyze and use argumentative strategies and persuasive appeals, and prepare and revise effective, coherent papers. (OTM for Second Writing Course TME002)

This course is designed to cover the identification, developmental characteristics and intervention strategies for exceptional children and youth. An overview of handicapping conditions in young children, issues of normalization and least restrictive environment, individualization of learning programs, working with ancillary services (P.T., O.T., SLP), and experiences in segregated and integrated settings, as well as family and community needs are addressed.  The course also focuses on self-understanding, understanding the work setting, and being an effective teacher.

This course involves instruction and experience in giving a presentation. Students are taught the principles of speech content and delivery so that they can effectively participate in a variety of practical speaking situations. Presentations will include the informative speech, persuasive speech, visual aid/demonstration speech, impromptu speech, and group presentation. (OTM for Oral Communication TMCOM and TAG# OCM013)

PSYC1010 Introduction to Psychology is a survey course which examines the complex individual, the many factors believed to drive the individual, and the resulting behavior. Application of the scientific method as a tool in the discovery of individual functioning. Ohio Articulation Number 0SS015.

This course involves an examination of several ethical theories, including ethical relativism, utilitarianism, virtue ethics, social contract ethics, theological ethics, and rational ethics. Subjects covered may include the ethics of nuclear war, the ethics of suicide, ethical issues in abortion, the ethics of euthanasia, ethical issues in genetic engineering, sexual ethics, racism and sexism, capital punishment, ethics and the environment and so on. This course meets the requirements for OTM Arts and Humanities TMAH and slso TAG# OAH046.

This course explores the concepts of health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood education, emphasizing their impact on the growth and development of children from birth through age 5. Course content will cover wellness promotion, disease prevention, and recognition and response to child maltreatment. Students will examine how safe environments, nutritious practices, and positive interactions contribute to children's overall well-being and success in early learning settings.

Educational psychology examines theories of development, learning, and motivation, and similarities and differences in learners and learner populations. Effective instructional strategies and assessment techniques will be examined. Semesters available: Fall - Day, Sping - Eve

Introduction to the theoretical foundations and methods used to gather, interpret, and evaluate data in sociology. Insight into how society is organized by focusing on the structure and function of social institutions, the impact of culture and socialization on individuals and groups, and systems of stratification among various racial and ethnic, social class, gender and sexuality groups. Please note outcomes are written to OBR standards using OBR language. Ohio Articulation Number OSS021. This course meets the requirements for OTM in Social and Behavioral Science TMSBS.

American Literature II is a survey course that examines the development of American literature in English from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. Through the use of selected texts, students will become familiar with key authors and works that represent American literature in English and the multiple voices within it. As a survey course, American Literature II is designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of the historical and cultural conditions that influenced the development and formation of American literature. This course will provide the necessary background for a more in-depth understanding of and appreciation for American literature not covered in the course, and it will prepare students for more advanced study of literature in general. TAG # OAH054

This course is an introduction to biology for bioscience majors and students planning to transfer to four-year institutions. The course will introduce fundamental concepts of biology including the scientific method, structure and chemical properties of cells. The course will introduce students to biochemical pathways, bioenergetics, and basic concepts of genetics, heredity and homeostasis. Historical contributions and application of biological principles to biotechnology will be discussed. Students will meet three lecture hours and three lab hours per week.

This course explores the education and care of infants and toddlers from birth through age three by examining research-based practices for creating safe, responsive, and nurturing environments that support early learning and development. Course content will cover meaningful caregiver-infant interactions, routines as curriculum, environmental design, developmental stages of infancy, and designing experiences that stimulate cognitive, social, and creative abilities while meeting physical and emotional needs.

This course is continuation of BIOL 1230 - Biology I. The course will introduce fundamental concepts of biology including evolution, classification, ecosystems, similarities and differences, among plants, animals and microorganisms in form and function. Historical contributions and application of biological principles to biotechnology will be discussed. Students will meet three lecture hours and three lab hours per week. Semesters Available Day - Sp

The course emphasizes the importance of effective communication between parents and program staff. Stress is a factor affecting the home/school relationship and the role of the school or center in establishing a strong working relationship. Emphasis is placed on encouraging active parent participation in the early childhood programs both private and public. The course includes history of education and the impact on families both past and present, the examination of models of the healthy families, diverse families, and the effect of drugs, alcohol, and disabilities on the family unit. The course includes creating written communications with families and any requirements designated by the state and/or school system. (TAG# OED006)

Introduces curriculum for preschool/elementary children that focuses on the whole child. Examines Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) for all children and recommended practices for early childhood special education. Discusses a variety of curriculum models and what features may be most effective for particular outcomes and conditions. Focuses on lesson developing plan/curriculum unit using ODE Early Learning Content Standards, and ODE-ELA Content Standards, CAEP/CEC Standards. Emphasizes the instructional activities within play-based and early elementary environments to support the needs of every child.

This course introduces classroom management strategies for early childhood educators. Course content will cover best practices for classroom organization, classroom management, and positive guidance of children from birth through age 5. Students will explore the connections between child development, environmental design, and effective guidance strategies.

This course presents an overview of European civilization from around 1500 to the present, stressing the chief political, social, cultural, and religious developments within this span of time. This class will help students gain a better knowledge of the historical narrative of European civilization, particularly as it relates to political institutions and structures and social and cultural developments; develop improved textual interpretation skills through the careful reading and discussion of historical texts; and refine their ability to express ideas and produce convincing arguments through writing essays and a short paper.