New York University
Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
Department of Teaching and Learning
Professor: Maris H Krasnow, Ed. D.
Office: East Building, Rm 536
Phone: (212) 998-5207
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: Thursdays 1:30pm-2:30pm and by appointment
Professor Susan Hershman, M.Ed., [email protected], (212) 249-3905
Professor Amy Goldin, M.A., [email protected], (516) 674-8939
Undergraduate Program in Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education
Friday Senior Block of Classes, Fall 2014
SPCE-UE 1048; ECE-UE 1026; MPAIA-UE 1054
10 AM - 3PM Room: 10am-12pm (25 W. 4th St, C-18); 12:30 -3pm (25 W.4th St., C-2)
Course Description:
This block of classes integrates the three courses listed above. Taught in a workshop model, this
class mirrors the nuances of an early childhood/early childhood special education school day.
Students will see the interrelationships of how special education, science, social studies, and
music flow throughout the day in the early childhood classroom.
Course Overview:
This semester continues the work we began last semester by delving more deeply into the
relationships among children, families, the community and the school. We will also continue to
look deeply at ourselves, the variety of roles we play as individuals, teachers and advocates, and
how all these important categories hold key places in teaching and in today’s world.
As prospective teachers and very special educators, much class time will be spent
preparing you for your role in the classroom. Your student teaching placements will be key to
many of the activities and assignments in which you will be engaged. As seniors, you will be
expected to undertake a major role in your student teaching positions. We will be working
carefully to connect the theory of your coursework to the reality of classroom practice.
Additionally, we will be preparing you for the NYS Edtpa, teacher certification protocol.
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Learner Objectives:
(1)
Continue to build on the social studies and science themes integral to EC/SE
curricula.
(2)
Further develop skills as integrated curriculum planners.
(3)
Continue to observe, study and assess children and classroom environments
to enhance planning and performance.
(4)
Continue to identify and address the needs of children on the autism
spectrum.
(5)
Learn strategies to modify and differentiate instruction to better meet the
needs of individual children.
(6)
Promote language acquisition and literacy development.
(7)
Learn strategies to assess and address the needs of English
Language Learners.
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(10)
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(12)
(13)
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Learn strategies to address the needs of children with challenging behavior.
Become familiar with the music and musical activities and strategies
appropriate for early childhood.
Explore critical and current topics in education and provide articles for
discussion.
Continue to develop collaborative skills in working with parents, teachers,
administrators, support staff and other professionals.
Continue to devote class time to discussions of your field placements and
student teaching experiences.
Visit selected settings to study and observe best practices.
Hear from selected speakers on critical issues in EC/SE practice.
Become familiar with technology and assistive technology for young
children.
Develop, implement and prepare video lessons with three lesson plans on
Foliotek for edtpa certification process.
Required Readings:
Trelease, James. (2013). The Read Aloud Handbook, 7th Edition. NY: Penguin.
Wurm, Julianne P. (2005). Working in the Reggio Way. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf Press.
Continuing Texts
Hadaway, N. L., Vardell, S.M., & Young, T.A. (2009). What Every Teacher Should Know
About English Language Learners. Boston: Pearson.
Dichtelmiller, Jablon, Marsden & Meisels. (2001). Omnibus Guidelines, Preschool
Through Third Grade, 4th Edition. Ann Arbor, Michigan: Rebus, Inc.
Kaiser, B. & Rasminsky, J. S. (2012). Challenging Behavior in Young Children:
Understanding, Preventing and Responding Effectively. New York: Allyn & Bacon.
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Koplewicz, H. (1996).
It’s Nobody’s Fault. New York: Three Rivers Press.
Shillady, A. Ed. (2013). Spotlight on Young Children: Exploring Science. Washington, D.C.:
NAEYC.
Tomlinson, C.A. & Moon, T. R. (2013). Assessment and Student Success in a Differentiated
Classroom. ASCD: Alexandria, VA.
We will also continue to work with the Common Core Standards and the NYS Early
Learning Guidelines. Please make sure you have them.
Course Requirements and Expectations:
1. The rules of civility will be practiced at all times in class, on campus, on the internet
and on any other communication tool. Students and faculty will act with respect,
thoughtfulness, courtesy, and understanding at all times. A breach in this behavior
will result in disciplinary action.
2. Cell phones must be turned off and put away during class time. Using your cell phone
during class will result in a reduction of your grade.
3 Laptops, Ipads and other such devices may be used only during designated times.
Using such equipment inappropriately in class will result in a reduction of your grade.
4. All papers must be handed in on time in hard copy to the professors. Notify the
professors at least 3 days in advance if you have an emergency and need an extension for
an assignment.
5. Be part of the class discussion. Be prepared with readings and assignments.
6. Bring weekly assigned readings to class.
7. Check NYU Classes and NYU email regularly for assignments and announcements.
8. Assignments should be typed, numbered, stapled and grammar and spell checked. Use
the writing center to improve your skills. Plan in advance and call early to get the
appointments you want. Expository Writing Center, 269 Mercer Street, 212/998-8866.
You may also meet with Maris or Susan for writing support.
9. Remember your student teaching protocols: If you are going to be absent, inform your
cooperating teacher, your supervisor, and your school. Get the name of the person who
took your call at school to prevent problems and misunderstandings.
Attendance Policy:
1. Arrive to class on time. Keep a record of your absences and promptness. Please note the
following rule: 2 latenesses = 1 absence; 2 absences = minus ½ grade (Ex: an A will
become an A-.) Contact Maris, Susan, or a classmate if you know you will be absent.
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2. Please do not plan doctor or other appointments that conflict with class time. Travel or
vacation plans should not conflict with class time.
Grading Policy:
Grades will be determined by attendance and punctuality, class participation, completion
and quality of designated assignments and presentations:
10 Points
Attendance and Punctuality
10 Points
Class Participation
80 Points
Assignments and Presentations
Total Point Course Distribution*
30 Points
edTPA lesson plans
10 Points
Attendance and Punctuality
10 Points
Class Participation
10 Points
Science or Cooking Presentation
10 Points
Trip Paper
8 Points
ELL Response Paper
5 Points
Student Teaching Response Paper
5 Points
Social Story
5 Points
Site Visit Report
5 Points
Read Aloud and Poem
2 Points
Presenting NYC and Science-Related Children’s Books
100 Points
*Music is a separate grade
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MAJOR ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES
9/5
Class discussion of Rain Man
Celebrating Diversity DVD
9/12
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Discuss Tourette’s Video (online)
Student Presentations on summer work
9/19
Complete Read-Aloud Handbook
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Music: Assigned Readings Due
9/26
Class begins at 1PM
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Student Teaching Response Paper due
1 Cooking/1 Science Presentation
(Rosh Hashanah)
10/3
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Autism Presentation
(Yom Kippor)
10/10 Trip Paper Due
Share Children’s books with a Science theme
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Music: Hap Palmer
10/17 School site visits
Complete Working in the Reggio Way
10/24 School site visits
Social Story Due
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10/31 Site Visit Paper Due
2 Read Alouds and Poems
1 Cooking/1 Science Presentation
Music: Bring homemade instruments to class, Assigned readings due
11/7
ELL Response Paper Due
2 Read Alouds and Poems
1 Science Presentation
11/14 Music: 10:15 – 11:45
Attend 92nd Street Y Wonderplay Conference, 1:15 – 4:30
11/21 3 edTPA Lesson Plans and video submitted on foliotek
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Share EC Children’s Book with a NYC theme
1 Cooking Presentation
12/5
2 Read Alouds and Poems
Thank You letter to Fretta Reitzes (re: 92 St Y Conference)
12/12 LAST CLASS
*Read aloud and poem share dates will be scheduled throughout the semester. You will select a
date to present.
**Week-to-week assignments and readings will be posted on NYU Classes.
***Dates for presentations and assignments not listed above will be assigned in class.
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Important information from the Dean’s office:
Students with Disabilities:
Students with physical or learning disabilities are required to register with the Moses Center for
Students with Disabilities, 726 Broadway, 2nd Floor, (212-998-4980) and are required to present
a letter from the Center to the instructor at the start of the semester in order to be considered for
appropriate accommodation.
Academic Integrity:
Please note: All work turned in for this course must be ORIGINAL. When in doubt, cite a
reference. Adherence to the Academic Code of Integrity for All Students is expected. See
http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/dcc/undergraduate/Statement_On_Academic_Integrity.php. Penalties
for lack of adherence to the code will be enforced. Formal proceedings will be filed.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/policies/ferpa
Anti-Harassment Policy: http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/policies/ahp
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