FLED 032 - Parenting Education/Parents and Two Year Olds

Maximum of 4.0 possible Credits
Parents attend the laboratory class one day a week with their child and evening parent meetings. Class includes parent discussion, observation, and activities with the children. Discussion topics will be chosen in the areas of child development and family life.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Practice positive rapport with 2-3 year old children in a lab setting. [COMMUNICATE]
Practice positive and effective communication with children in a lab setting. [COMMUNICATE]
Supervise 2-3 year old children. [ACT]
Maintain a safe classroom environment. [ACT]
Practice appropriate problem solving strategies. [ACT]
Identify developmentally appropriate behaviors for 2-3 year old children. [REASON]
Identify appropriate expectations for 2-3 year old children. [REASON]
Explain of results of different parenting styles. [REASON]
Explore connection between play and learning. [REASON]
Explain awareness of culture and diversity impacting family life. [EXPLORE]
Recognize individual differences of children and families. [EXPLORE]