Maalot College
A Division of maalot institutes of torah
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education
Program Objective:
The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood focuses on children and their classroom (or daycare facility ) in the context of their family, culture and community. The degree includes a range of courses in developmentally and culturally appropriate instruction and care.
The courses can lead to graduate studies or career opportunities in Early Childhood Education and related fields while providing enrichment in areas of personal interest.
A minimum of 30 semester hours must be completed through Maalot.
The Judaic Studies requirement may be fulfilled with Judaic Studies courses with no restriction on the number of lower level credits. Please refer to the transfer of credit policy in the catalog. These courses must be based on traditional and classic sources and may be in REL, PHI, LAN, TAL, OR ETH as they relate to Judaic Studies.
Degree Requirement 120 credits
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English |
6 Credits
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Math
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3 credits |
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Science |
3 credits |
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Social Science and History
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6 credits |
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Humanities
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9 credits |
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Social Responsibility and Diversity |
3 credits |
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Judaic Studies Requirement |
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30 credits |
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Early Childhood Major |
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33 credits |
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Free Electives |
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27 credits |
| Required Courses | ||
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Developmental Psychology PSY211 |
3 Credits
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Foundations of Early Childhood Education ECE210 |
3 credits |
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Health, Safety & Nutrition in Early Childhood ECE221 |
3 credits |
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Introduction to Psychology PSY101 |
3 credits |
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Literacy Instruction in Early Childhood ECE338 OR |
3 credits |
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Teaching Math in Early Childhood ECE340 |
3 credits |
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Practicum in Early Childhood / Elementary ED I COP199 |
3 credits |
| Elective Courses - Choose 12 Credits | ||
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Administration of Early Childhood Programs |
3 credits |
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Approaches and Techniques of Educational Intervention in early Childhood I SPE198
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3 credits |
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Approaches and Techniques of Educational Intervention in Early Childhood II SPE199 |
3 credits |
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Assessment Strategies in Early Childhood Ed ECE236 |
3 Credits |
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Classroom Management EDU104 |
3 credits |
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Evaluation & Design of Integrated Intervention Project for Students with Diverse Needs SPE299 |
3 credits |
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Family & Community Partnership in Early Childhood Ed ECE220 |
3 Credits |
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Interpersonal Behavior in Small Groups / Group Dynamics PSY282/SOC397 |
3 credits |
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Play & Creative Arts in Early Childhood ECE240 |
3 credits |
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Practicum in Early Childhood / Elementary Ed II COP299 |
6 credits |
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Practicum in Judaic Studies Education COP399 |
6 credits |
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Principles of Chassidic Education EDU210 |
3 credits |
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Principles of Chassidic Philosophy on Methodology EDU212 |
3 credits |
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Psychological Foundations of Education PSY230 |
3 credits |
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Survey of Exceptional Children
PSY383
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3 credits |
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Capstone CST495 |
3 credits |