Jerry and Vickie Moyes College of Education 397 CHF 3650 - Family Processes Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] An examination of family internal dynamics and family systems for the purpose of enrichment, problem prevention and education. Prerequisite: CHF 2400 . CHF 3680 - Teaching Experience in the Preschool Credits: (3) Provides students an opportunity to be an assistant teacher, to observe and interact with children on an individual and group basis; plan, develop, and implement activities for children. Prerequisite: CHF 1500 , CHF 2610 and CHF 2620 , or consent of instructor. CHF 3850 - Current Research Methods in Child and Family Studies Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] Spring [Full Sem] An introduction to the methods and types of research used in the study of family issues and processes. Focus of the course includes the development of student knowledge and skills used in applying the scientific method in family studies contexts. Understanding, reviewing, evaluating, and interpreting the methods and conclusions reported in the professional empirically based journals will also be emphasized. Prerequisite: CHF 1500 , CHF 2400 . CHF 4201 - Coaching EC/ECE Professionals: Foundation & Organization of Coaching Application: Organization & Self Reflection Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Full Sem] Educator coaching is an evidence-based strategy to increase program quality and teacher effectiveness in early childhood/ early childhood education classrooms, programs, and home delivery systems. This course will train EC/ECE coaches using material from research-based sources and program experiences. Participants will learn recommended practices in coaching related to early childhood and develop a systematic, individualized approach to effective coaching. Participants will learn practical strategies for coaching early childhood staff of diverse backgrounds and varying adult learning styles. Materials and discussions will include interpersonal communication skills and a systematic approach to more intentional coaching. Students will apply these strategies to Case Studies and field work experiences throughout the course and will participate in hands-on activities in class to apply new skills. Coaching skills will apply to any EC/ECE curriculum or model. This is course 1 in a three course series for the Utah Coaching Credential. CHF 4202 - Coaching EC/ECE Professionals: Connecting Awareness with Application & Deepening of Practice Credits: (3) Typically taught: Summer [Full Sem] Becoming an effective coach is a result of introspection, thoughtful planning, application of coaching skills and knowledge, and continuous self—improvement. This course will identify effective ongoing support strategies for individuals providing coaching. Participants will integrate skills with effective application in real life coaching experiences. Discussions will include self-reflective practices, self- directed action, planning and goal setting, and managing progress and accountability. Students will apply these strategies to case studies and real life experiences throughout the course. Students will be encouraged to engage in self- reflection and share ideas, successes, and challenges with other students in this course. This is course 2 in a three course series for the Utah Coaching Credential. Prerequisite: CHF 4201 /MED 6201 or instructor permission. CHF 4203 - Coaching EC/ECE Professionals: Attuning for Personal and Organizational Change Credits: (3) Typically taught: Fall [Full Sem] The success of the educator coaching relationship has been based on the trusting relationship between two peers, coach, and adult learner, through a collaborative process of co-learning. The opportunity for the adult learner to self-monitor, self- analyze, and self-modify enhances the adult learner's own resourcefulness and alters his/her own personal understanding. In addition, when the act of coaching is a collaborative process, the coach is also allowed the same opportunity to reflect on self as part of their learning. This course is designed to support the coach in creating a social learning climate where a synergy of shared learning and reflective dialogue about practice are examined, analyzed and refined. Participants will integrate skills from Course 1 and 2 with opportunities to engage in conducting and constructing ongoing support strategies the coach can apply, refine and alter based on the adult learners' needs, readiness, and values about practice. Using strategies and protocols, coaching for organizational change in diverse settings (home- based programming, early care settings, classrooms, and school districts, etc.), and identifying effective ongoing personal supports will also be addressed. Students will apply these strategies to case studies and real life experiences throughout the course. This is course 3 of a three course series for the Utah Coaching Credential. Prerequisite: CHF 4201 /MED 6201 and CHF 4202 /MED 6202 or instructor permission. CHF 4300 - Latino Child and Family Development Credits: (3) Typically taught: Spring [Online] Summer [lst Blk] The Latino Child and Family Development course is designed as an upper division course for those who will work with, advocate for, or interact with children and families from a Latino background. The course uses a cultural constructivist approach to understand Latino children and their families. The central focus includes the study of Latino culture, parenting practices, couple and marital practices, and other family dynamics. Additionally, a major goal is to understand Weber State University 2014-2015 Catalog