CDEV 64 Introduction to Stress and Coping in Early Childhood and Elementary School Programs (3)
Credit, Degree Applicable
Overview of theories, issues, concerns and concepts related to the origins of stress; exploration of stress reduction techniques and coping strategies designed for young children and teachers in early childhood and elementary school programs.
Offered on occasion
After successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Outcome 1: Summarize the theories, and describe the origins and causes of stress.
- Outcome 2: Analyze events and factors leading to stress and its impact on individual behaviors and temperament.
- Outcome 3: Examine the impact of stress honnones in shaping behaviors.
- Outcome 4: Identify stress as an intellectual, physical, spiritual, social and emotional response.
- Outcome 5: Consider the importance of the teacher's role in educational planning in including the unique needs of each child and their family.
- Outcome 6: Use screening instruments to establish the young child's social and emotional development.
- Outcome 7: Employ the referral process as a means of prevention and intervention.