HDCD 5301 Child Development (3 semester hours)
Introduction to psychological theory and research on physical, cognitive,
social, and emotional development from birth to adolescence. Cannot be used to satisfy degree requirements for HDCD, ACN, and
COMD programs. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5302 Educational Psychology (3 semester hours) This
course introduces the psychological theories and research underlying various
teaching strategies and provides a framework for understanding student
cognitive and motivational development. Emphasis will be on applications in
actual teaching behavior. This course assumes an introductory background in
child development. (3-0) S
HDCD 5303 Exceptional Children (3 semester hours) Introduction to the
characteristics of exceptional children and their education, including children
with disabilities (learning, emotional/behavioral, communication and physical)
as well as those who are gifted. The causes and assessment of exceptionality
are examined, along with educational and social policy considerations. This
course assumes an introductory background in child development. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5304 (HCS 6331)�
Cognitive Development (3 semester hours) A contrast of Piagetian, behaviorist, and information-processing
approaches to the development of cognitive processes during childhood. This
course assumes an introductory background in child development. Cannot be used to satisfy degree requirements for HDCD, ACN, and
COMD programs. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5311 The Developing Child: Infants and Toddlers (3 semester hours) Relevant
developmental theories and processes as well as skills acquired in motor,
sensory-perceptual, cognitive, and social domains from the prenatal period
through two years �of age. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5312 (HCS 6356) Atypical Development (3 semester hours) Disorders
of development from conception to age three, emphasizing etiology, diagnosis
and treatment. Impact of delays in the acquisition and
integration of various developmental skills as they relate to specific
disorders of personality and socialization, sensory and motor skills, and
language and cognition. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5315 Assessment Theory (3 semester hours) Latest developments in
the field of infant/toddler assessment, including behavioral observation, contextual
multi-faceted assessment, and inclusion of the family. Traditional psychometrics and assessment tools/techniques.
Pre- or corequisite: HDCD 5311. (3-0)
Y
HDCD 5316 Developmental Assessment (3 semester hours) Play-based and
family assessment protocols. Diagnostic classification
through differential diagnosis decision-making. Emphasis
on interpretation and integration of diagnostic information.
Prerequisites: HDCD 5311, 5315. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5320 Service Coordination of Community Resources (3 semester hours)
Policies and procedures pertinent to service coordination of community
resources in early intervention and family-centered practices that help
families become more independent. (3-0) Y
HDCD 5330 Intervention Paradigms (3 semester hours) Historical,
theoretical, political, and research bases for approaches to early intervention
with at-risk and handicapped infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their
families. Insights gained from research on effectiveness of early
intervention. (3-0) Y
HDCD 6310 Parent Education (3 semester hours) Skills needed by
professionals to assess parents� strengths, resources and needs as well as to
assist parents in understanding and promoting their children�s development and
adjustment. Includes effective communication techniques,
basic counseling skills, and strategies to enhance parental effectiveness
within the family and community. (3-0) Y
HDCD 6320 The Developing Child: Toddler and Preschool Years (Two to Five
Years) (3 semester hours) Relevant developmental theories and processes as
well as skills acquired in motor, sensory-perceptual, cognitive, and social
domains from 2 to 5 years �Prerequisite:
HDCD 5311. (3-0) Y
HDCD 6360 Behavior Management (3 semester hours) Observational
methodology in behavioral assessment and a review of principles and procedures
of behavior change from social learning and applied behavior analysis
perspectives. Particular attention will be given to the design, implementation,
and evaluation of behavioral interventions with children and families. (3-0) Y
HDCD 6370 Infant Intervention (3 semester hours) Methods and procedures
for facilitating development of high risk or handicapped infants through
relationship-based intervention. Reviews the
contributions and perspectives of various early intervention disciplines.
Students design infant intervention programs. (3-0) Y
HDCD 6380 Precursors to Development of Literacy (3 semester hours) The acquisition of linguistic skills antecedent to early
reading and the problems of acquisition of reading during early school years.
Prerequisite: HDCD 6320. (3-0) R
HDCD 6395 Medical and Biobehavioral Factors in
Early Childhood Disorders (3 semester hours) The normal functioning of
organ systems and the most common malformations,
dysfunctions, and diseases. Effects of these disorders on the child and family
are studied. (3-0) Y
HDCD 6V81 Special Topics in Human Development and Early Childhood Disorders
(1-9 semester hours) Topics vary from semester to semester. May
be repeated for credit as topics vary. ([1-9]-0) R
HDCD 7V20 Practicum/Internship in Early Childhood Disorders (3 or 6
semester hours)(P/F grading) Supervised participation
in early intervention settings, including professional activities such as
assessment, intervention, service coordination and interdisciplinary teaming.
Weekly seminars address reflective practice as a tool for professional growth,
ethical decision making in real situations, and professional use of self. Taken for 3 hours credit coincident with practicum placement and
for 6 hours credit coincident with internship placement. Prerequisite:
Consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
(3-0 or 6-0)
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7V98 Independent Study (1-6 semester hours) Individualized program of study
which may include reading, research, and/or other designated activities.
May be repeated for credit. ([1-6]-0) S
HDCD
8V80 Independent Research (1-6 semester hours) Individualized program of study
which includes research and/or other designated activities. ([1-6]-0) S