Students will be introduced to the process of human development from
conception to age two with an emphasis on embryonic, fetal, neonatal, infant
and toddler stages. (Prerequisite: None.) Formerly CHDV C50b. Advisory:
Level 1 Reading, Level 1 Writing.
Course Details
Course Name & Number: CHDV 105
CRN: 30096
Course Title: Introduction to Infant
Instructor: Linda Eberhart
Units:
3
Class Meets: January 21 - May 16
Term: Spring 2008
Textbook:
"Infants, Toddlers, and Caregivers", (7th edition), by Janet Gonzalez-Mena & Dianne Widmeyer Eyer.
"The Caregivers Companion" (Readings & Resources to accompany the textbook)
Estimated Time per Week: 5-6 hours
Skill Level: Computer skills: how to send an email, attaching assignments through the links in the class website, Level 1 Reading, Level 1 Writing
Students need to be self-disciplined to log in 4-5 times a week and turn in assignments by due dates.
Special Requirements: A good operable computer that can be accessed 4-5 times per week for optimum participation in the online classroom environment.
Assignments & Tests: Semester project, weekly discussions (this is a large part of the student's participation grade). Weekly questions from the Caregiver's Companion. There will be three exams. Reflection journals with summaries submitted twice during the semester.
Proctored Exams: No
Additional Comments: I look forward to the student's participation and input into the class.
Disclaimer: The book prices are an approximation only and are subject
to change.