ECE 1060 - Guidance Behavior & Discipline

Clock Hours: 78

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
A study of behavior that is average and/or predictable for specific stages of development (mental, physical, and social) and for the age of the child. Recognizing specific patterns of behavior and understanding causes. Involves building guidance skills and handling disruptive behavior. Emphasizes using positive techniques to promote self-control and desired behavior.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Developing Guidance Skills
1. Identify goals of effective guidance.
2. List personality traits of effective early childhood teachers.
3. Describe principles of direct and indirect guidance.
4. Explain various techniques for effective guidance.
5. Summarize ways to promote a positive self-concept in each child.
Guidance Challenges
1. Identify situations and feelings that cause tension in children.
2. Describe behavior problems that result from tension.
3. Guide children as they learn appropriate behavior.
4. Describe the effect of family stressors on children and families.
Establishing Classroom Limits
1. Explain the reasons for having classroom limits.
2. List guidelines for establishing classroom limits.
3. Describe methods for enforcing limits.
4. List useful limits for various classroom areas and activities.
Handling Daily Routines
1. Explain the importance of a daily schedule.
2. Guide children successfully through the daily routines of dressing and undressing, eating, napping, toileting, and cleanup.
3. Explain the use of transition techniques to move smoothly from one activity to another.