Northern Virginia Community College: Guiding the Behavior of Children

Guiding the Behavior of Children - CHD 205 at Northern Virginia Community College

https://courses.vccs.edu/colleges/nova/courses/CHD205-GuidingtheBehaviorofChildren

Effective: 2016-08-01

Course Description

Explores the role of the early childhood educator in supporting emotional and social development of children, and in fostering a sense of community. Presents practical strategies for encouraging prosocial behavior, conflict resolution and problem solving. Emphasizes basic skills and techniques in child guidance.

Lecture 3 hours per week.

3 credits

The course outline below was developed as part of a statewide standardization process.

General Course Purpose

To familiarize the student with the development and range of typical childhood emotions and behavior, and provide the student with practical techniques for helping to guide young children's behavior in positive ways.

Course Objectives

Describe the developmental characteristics of the whole child: physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and language
Design and implement observation and planning strategies for supporting children's social development
Identify the differing needs of children in their various developmental stages as related to behavior
Demonstrate strategies that promote prosocial development in children
Analyze the impact of individual, family, and community influences in guiding children's behavior
Identify and implement strategies for recognizing and mitigating the manifestations of stress in children
Select strategies to assist and support parents of children with exceptional needs
Identify the characteristics of abused children and abusive adults
Identify and apply learning standards as they relate to child guidance and early childhood education: the Virginia Foundation Blocks, the Child Development Milestones, and Core Competencies for Early Childhood Professionals.

Major Topics to be Included

Direct and indirect methods for guiding child behavior
Techniques for enhancing self-esteem and self-control in young children
Knowledge and practice of professional standards of conduct
Sources of information regarding developmental assessment and referral for children with special needs
Community resources for supporting children and families

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