Faculty Syllabus
CDEC-2324 Child Development Associate Training III
Sonya Johnson
Credit Spring 2026
Section(s)
CDEC-2324-001 (34545)
LAB DIL ONL DIL
LEC TuTh 6:30pm - 8:20pm DIL DLS DIL
Course Requirements
CDA III is the third of three courses designed to prepare the Early Childhood teacher to receive his or her CDA. A continuation of the study of the requirements for the Child Development Associate National Credential (CDA). The six functional areas of study include safe, healthy, learning environment, self, social, and guidance. Students must be employed working with a group of children in the 0-5 years range. Instructor visits will be scheduled. 64 hours per semester of field experience required. (4-3-4)
Course Subjects
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OUTCOME 1: The student will apply an understanding of child development and learning. NAEYC STANDARD 1: Promoting Child Development And Learning 1a: Knowing and understanding young children’s characteristics and needs 1b: Knowing and understanding the multiple influences on development and learning 1c: Using developmental knowledge to create healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments |
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OUTCOME 2: The student will explain how to build family and community relationships. NAEYC STANDARD 2: Building Family And Community Relationships 2a: Knowing about and understanding diverse family and community characteristics 2b: Supporting and engaging families and communities through respectful, reciprocal relationships 2c: Involving families and communities in their children’s development and learning |
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OUTCOME 3: The student will demonstrate how to observe, document and assess in order to support young children and families. NAEYC STANDARD 3: Observing, Documenting, and Assessing to Support Young Children and Families 3a: Understanding the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment |
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3b: Knowing about and using observation, documentation, and other appropriate assessment tools and approaches 3c: Understanding and practicing responsible assessment to promote positive outcomes for each child 3d: Knowing about assessment partnerships with families and with professional colleagues |
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OUTCOME 4: The student will use effective approaches to connect with children and families. NAEYC STANDARD 4: Using Developmentally Effective Approaches To Connect With Children And Families 4a: Understanding positive relationships and supportive interactions as the foundation of their work with children 4b: Knowing and understanding effective strategies and tools for early education 4c: Using a broad repertoire of developmentally appropriate teaching/learning approaches 4d: Reflecting on their own practice to promote positive outcomes for each child |
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OUTCOME 5: The student will use content knowledge to build meaningful curriculum for young children. NAEYC STANDARD 5: Using Content Knowledge To Build Meaningful Curriculum 5a: Understanding content knowledge and resources in academic disciplines 5b:Knowing and using the central concepts, inquiry tools, and structures of content areas or academic disciplines 5c: Using their own knowledge, appropriate early learning standards, and other resources to design, implement and evaluate meaningful, challenging curricula for each child |
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OUTCOME 6: The student will demonstrate professionalism. NAEYC STANDARD 6: Becoming A Professional 6a: Identifying and involving oneself with the early childhood field 6b: Knowing about and upholding ethical standards and other professional guidelines 6c: Engaging in continuous, collaborative learning to inform practice 6d: Integrating knowledgeable, reflective, and critical perspectives on early education 6e: Engaging in informed advocacy for children and the profession |
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of CDEC 2424, the student will:
1. Identify methods to advance physical and intellectual competence.
a. offer a variety of activities, which enable children to develop their large muscles. b. offer a variety of activities, which enable children to develop their small muscles. c. adapt program activities to meet individual and special needs of children with disabilities.
d. offer children opportunities to develop their senses.
e. recognize and plan for individual learning styles.
f. provide throughout the day a variety of age appropriate materials and activities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem solving.
g. provide for play, exploration, and learning.
h. communicate with each child frequently.
i. encourage children to talk.
j. communicate with children in developmentally appropriate ways.
k. respond positively to children’s attempts to communicate.
l. provide a developmentally appropriate, print rich environment in which children learn about books, literature, and writing.
m. appreciate individual expression and creativity.
n. provide many opportunities for appropriate music experiences.
o. provide age-appropriate, creative art experiences.
p. provide dramatic play experiences with a variety of age - appropriate props. q. provide a variety of age-appropriate block play construction.
NAEYC Standard 1, 4 and 5
2. Describe the CDA process.
a. be familiar with the CDA assessment process.
NAEYC Standard 6
3. Develop skills in objective observation.
a. be aware of and implement anecdotal observations.
b. observe and record observations objectively.
NAEYC Standard 3
4. Summarize child growth and development.
a. explain areas of development and general principles.
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NAEYC Standard 1
5. Utilize skills in writing, speaking, teamwork, time management, creative thinking, and problem solving.
Office Hours
W 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EVC Room 3205
NOTE Or by appointments via virtually or by phone @ 512.586.0824T Th 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Blackboard or Google Meet
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