EDAS 1202 Guiding Children's Development & Behavior I (3 credits) Students will develop a basic knowledge and understanding of child development with an intensive focus on children, birth to eight years of age. Redirection of children's behavior and other guidance techniques will be presented. Students will learn how to use indoor and outdoor space effectively in order to meet children's growing developmental needs.
EDAS 1204 Understanding Family Systems & Family Strengths (1 credit) Students will build a strong understanding of families as a mutual support system and lay the foundation for the collaborative process of family partnerships.
EDAS 1206 Communicating Constructively with Diverse Families (1 credit) Students will learn a relationship-based approach which requires a thorough study in communication strategies. Students will learn how to build mutual trust and collaborative partnerships with families.
EDAS 1208 Guiding Children's Development II (School Age) (3 credits) Students will develop a basic knowledge and understanding of child development with an intensive focus on ages eight through adolescence. Social skill development and strategies for managing behavior will be addressed. Students will learn how to use space and materials to develop a positive environment for all children and youth.
EDAS 1210 Historical & Legal Foundations of Education (3 credits) This course is designed to provide knowledge and understanding about the legal and historical foundations of education. It defines the necessary roles and responsibilities of parents, children, youth, educators and educational systems. Students will develop a practical knowledge of relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures that are necessary to perform their role as an educational assistant.
EDAS 1212 Environments for Learning (3 credits) Students will develop a basic understanding of a child's physical, social-emotional and cognitive development. Students will use their knowledge of child development to create a stimulating learning environment that incorporates developmentally appropriate activities, materials and equipment.
EDAS 1214 Supporting Learners (3 credits) This course will explore the physiological, emotional and cultural background of learners. Brain based learning style and multiple intelligence theories will be addressed. A variety of teaching strategies will be introduced.
EDAS 1216 The Education Team (2 credits) This course is designed to assist educators and assistants in understanding the value of the educational team. It will address the roles and responsibilities of teams, expectations of teams, dynamics of teams and measuring team effectiveness.
EDAS 1218 Health, Safety & Nutrition (3 credits) This course provides focused training in recognizing and caring for child breathing and cardiac emergencies and basic first aid. Environmental health and safety is covered with an emphasis on prevention. A basic nutrition component is integrated which provides a basis for students to understand appropriate food handling and sanitation.
EDAS 2202 The Exceptional Learner (3 credits) This course provides students with the background information necessary in order to understand the field of special needs education. It explores pragmatic strategies to make accommodations necessary in the classroom.
EDAS 2204 Assessment and Evaluation (1 credit) This course is designed to inform educators and assistants about the process of collecting, analyzing the interpreting information related to the student in order to best meet his/her individual education goals and needs.
EDAS 2206 Child Abuse & Neglect (2 credits) This course will provide students with the necessary tools to assist them in recognizing child abuse and neglect. The course will address the reporting process and what it means to be a mandated reporter in the state of Minnesota. Students will learn about helpful community resources and learn how to access them.
EDAS 2208 Assisting with Language and Literacy (3 credits) This course will explore the development of language and literacy for children birth to adolescence. Instructional strategies for developing an effective reading program will be addressed.
EDAS 2210 The Art of Home Visiting (3 credits) This course is designed to train human service workers, educators, and individuals who provide services in a family's home in the philosophy of using a strength-based approach to reaching families.
EDAS 2212 Assisting with Math and Science (3 credits) This course will provide students with a basic understanding of teaching methods used in the areas of math and science.
EDAS 2214 Professionalism for Educators (2 credits) This course provides necessary information for preparing paraprofessionals in the areas of ethical standards, confidentiality and professionalism in the workplace.