You must use a user name and password after the first week of class. Without these words you will not be able to access the course materials. The format of your username and password are clearly posted on the main page of your course. If you still need assistance with your username and password please go to this page and read the instructions: http://www.bcconline.com/orient/password.htm to receive further assistance.

Instructor: Scott E. Donovan

E-Mail: sdonovan@bcconline.com

Tuesdays from 7 pm to 8 pm. (I will be online during these hours and will respond to any E-mail sent during these times.)

When you write to me, please sign your first and last name the way it appears on your enrollment form. It is very important you put CHLD 14 in the subject line. I delete mail from people I do not know!

Textbook: Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child by Marotz, Cross, and Rush, 8th edition

In the box below type, I have my textbook for CHLD 14 or I will have it by ______.

One of the primary methods of contact in an online course is email. Your college is capable of extracting student names and email addresses from our registration system. The purpose of extracting this information is two fold. The information will be used by the instructor to remain in contact with the class in order to provide information necessary for the students' academic success. The information will also be used to send emails to the students from the college administration. The emails sent by the college administration will consist of links to course surveys, which will be used to improve our online courses, important announcements for students, and links to college surveys, which will be used to satisfy requirements placed on the college by the California Community College Chancellor's Office. The college will not use this information to advertise any products and will not share student email addresses with any other organization.

In the box below type the following information:

As a student, I understand it is my responsibility to ensure my email address is up to date and correct in the registration system, and that failure to do so can seriously impact my ability to successfully complete my courses. Further, I consent to receive email communication from my instructor and from the college administration. This consent will remain in force until it is revoked in writing or I am no longer taking classes with the college. Upon submitting the syllabus, I agree to enter the registration system, check my email address and change it if necessary. I understand a tutorial is available to assist me with this procedure. I also understand I can contact 760-252-2411 x7236 to receive additional assistance if I encounter any difficulties when attempting to change my email address.

Introduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures and early childhood curriculum related to child health, safety and nutrition. The key components that ensure physical health, mental health, and safety will be identified along with the importance of collaboration with families and health professionals.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Assess strategies to maximize the mental and physical health of children and adults in programs for all young children in accordance with culturally, linguistic and developmentally sound practice.
    
2. Analyze the nutritional needs of children at various developmental stages and evaluate regulations, standards, policies and procedures related to health, safety, and nutrition in support of young children, teachers and families.
    
3. Identify and distinguish aspects of quality in programs for young children as related to health, safety, environmental risks and acknowledge the value of collaboration with families and the community.

Student Learning Objectives:

1. Demonstrate effective strategies for evaluating health and safety policies and procedures.
2. Identify symptoms of common communicable diseases, other health conditions, and environmental health and safety risks that can affect young children.
3. Identify characteristics of abuse and neglect and demonstrate knowledge of mandated child abuse reporting procedures.
4. Differentiate the nutritional needs of various ages of children and plan economical and nutritional meals and snacks based on the individual needs of children.
5. Identify and write appropriate early childhood curriculum on the topics and/or concerns pertaining to health, safety, and nutrition for children, families and an early childhood setting.
6. Recognize a caregiver's role in modeling and collaborating with families to promote good health, safety and nutrition habits in settings for children ages 0-5.
7. Research and review laws and regulations (e.g., Title 22, Title 5, Fire Code) by comparing and contrasting current health issues and tools that support health, safety, and nutrition in children's programs for ages 0-5.

Course Content and Topics:

Research:

• Health appraisals and health assessment tools
• Communicable and acute illnesses: Identification, the infectious process, and effective control
• Policies and prevention strategies related to child abuse and neglect
• Common health issues (i.e. obesity, asthma, autism, allergies)

Teacher:

• Creating a safe environment that supports injury prevention and care and safety management of all children.
• The responsibilities of the teacher as role model of best health, safety, and nutrition practices and collaboration with health care professionals.
• Conditions of children's health by planning for children's health, safety, and nutrition education with consideration for children with special needs, medical needs, and interventions.
• Under all conditions utilize developmentally appropriate practices (DCLAP)
• Promote good health with families, teachers and children involved in culturally linguistically and developmentally appropriate ways

Program:

• Guidelines for nutrition, physical fitness, diet analysis, meal time policies, and food safety
• Menu planning considering culture, tradition and family choices
• Special considerations for infants and toddlers

1. Examinations and quizzes which may be essay, fill-in, short answer, true/false, matching, multiple-choice, or other types or a combination of any of these formats.
2. One on-line (open book, open note) mid term and one proctored (by an authorized representative) on/off-campus (closed book, closed note) exam will be scheduled and given for the final exam. See statement on "Proctored Exams."
3. Literature reviews and one observation will be assigned as part of the writing curriculum.
4. Literature reviews, observation, quizzes, and class exercises will be executed with proper grammar in accordance with standards expected at Barstow College.

200 Points Chapter Quizzes

Both a Mid-term and a Final Exam will be given. See dates noted. Midterm will be given week 4, will cover chapters 1-10, and is worth 100 points. The midterm will be online and is open book and open notes. The final exam is worth 200 points. (Check homepage for final exam dates). The final will be comprehensive and will cover the entire book, chapters 1-20. The final will be proctored and you will take it in the computer lab at the college. If you need to have your final proctored off of the campus you must turn in the proctor form no later than week 2. The final is closed book and closed notes.

In the box below type "I understand that I need to take a midterm which will cover chapters 1-10 and will take the midterm by the scheduled deadline. I understand that not taking the midterm by the scheduled deadline will result in a zero for the midterm and will significantly reduce my overall grade. I also understand that I need to take a final exam, which will be closed book and closed notes and covers the entire book. I also understand that the final will be proctored and I will take it in the computer lab at the college or I am taking the final off campus and will have my final proctored. I also understand that if I need a proctor, it will be my responsibility to turn in the proctor form by week 2. I understand that not taking the final by the scheduled deadline will result in a zero for the final and will significantly reduce my overall grade."

A one-hour observation of a preschool setting is required for this class. Students will arrange to visit an early childhood program in the Barstow area (ex, Head Start) or the area in which you live. Students will observe the classroom and program and they will also seek and record information regarding the health, safety, and nutrition of the program; since these three areas are the subject of the class, you will need to address each of these issues, in detail, in your observations. You will type a 4 page (12 Font, Times New Roman, double-spaced) summary of the program that you visit. In the paper, you must include the name of the program, the age of the students, teacher to student ratio (i.e., 1:3), arrangement of the classroom, the interaction between the children and the teacher, and the school's illness policy. This is a program observation and not an observation of students in the program. Include your name, CHLD 14, the name, address, phone number, and contact name of the program you observed at the end of your paper (This is not included in the paper length). Follow the rubrics to recieve proper credit. This paper must be submitted to the instructor through email as a Word RTF. The observation is due by 11:59 pm Sunday of week 5. Late assignments will receive a zero.

In the box below type: " I understand that I must complete an observation of an early childhood program, as outlined in the Observation Section, and provide a 4 (double-spaced, 12 Font, Times New Roman) page report by the assigned deadline. I also understand that I am required to submit the observation to my instructor as an RTF attachment through email. I further understand that failing to complete this assignment by the scheduled deadline will result in a failing grade for the assignment and will lower my course grade substantially."

Students will review 5 separate journal articles, which reflect information concerning the health, safety, and nutrition of young children. For each separate article, after reading the articles, write a 1-3 page review for that article. Make sure to include your opinion on how the article can be used to promote health, safety, and nutrition, as well as how the article is developmentally appropriate. Each paper will be worth a total of 40 points, but to receive the full 200 points, you must turn in all five projects, doing 1, 2, 3, or 4, but not 5 will result in a zero for the assignment. Papers less than the one page minimum will be given a zero as well. The papers must be typed, doubled spaced, and a minimum of 1 pages in length, for each of the articles. The size of the font must be 12, double-spaced, and it must be written in Times New Roman. Less than 1 page will result in a zero for the assignment.

• Each paper must contain a separate reference page, which gives all the information of the article. This is where you will put your name, date, and other information (do not include this information in the 1 page minimum). The reference page including your name and information is not counted as part of the minimum1 page length of the paper.

Example of reference page:

Hughes, J. C., Brestan, E. V., & Valle, L. A. (2004). Problem-solving interactions between mothers and children. Child and Family Behavior Therapy, 26(1), 1-16.

Student name
Date
CHLD 14
Journal Article # 1

• Students will select 5 related journal articles to read. You can use online or magazine articles, which is not a journal, but you must obtain the instructor's prior approval (not doing so, will result in a zero for the assignment). All references must be from a journal/book and not from an online source without instructor's prior approval. Do not cite websites, as they are not allowed as references, without instructor's prior approval. Wikipedia may not be used as a reference in the paper. Do not use quotes in your paper, you must paraphrase and cite.
• You will submit 5 separate papers. Make sure to include how the information reflects safety, health, and/or nutrition and describe how it is Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP).
• Make sure to review the rubric and follow the criteria to obtain the most points. If you have questions about the rubrics send me an email. All 5 (five) papers are due by 11:59 pm Sunday of week 6.

In the box below type: "I understand that I need to complete five (5) separate journal articles. I understand that each article must be 1-3 pages, typed double-spaced, 12 Font, Times New Roman. I also understand that papers that are less than 1-page will receive a zero. I also understand that I am required to submit all 5 of the journal articles to my instructor via email as an RTF attachment. I further understand that failing to complete all five journal articles by the deadline will result in a failing grade for the assignment and will lower my course grade substantially."

Participation will be accomplished through online discussions and completion of weekly assignments turned in on time.

Students are expected to "attend" class on a regular basis. Attendance through an online course is noted through discussion questions and becomes part of the permanent record. If you miss (or are late) with a discussion question, you will be marked absent for that week.

Students are expected to have read all material prior to the due date to incorporate the material into assignments and discussions. It will be through active participation that course information is learned and retained.

Students are expected to respond to all assignments and discussions. Missed assignments cannot be made up.

All students are expected to check the boards and their email on a weekly basis.

If the student misses the assignments for two (2) weeks in a row, OR misses three (3) total assignments, he or she can be dropped by the instructor. Please note, however, that it is the student's responsibility to drop a class, not the instructor's. If the student does not drop, but remains on the class roll, a grade of F will result. (If you need to drop - please check at the Barstow College office for the drop deadline.)

Emergencies will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. You must email the instructor explaining the emergency prior to any missed work if possible. Documentation or verification may be required.

Please note that online courses are available for the convenience of students with varying needs. These courses are neither easier nor less time-consuming than a normal "in-class" course: just more flexible. While they allow the student to "attend class" (so-to-speak) at the student's convenience, they still require self-motivation and time-management on the part of the student. Because this online course is a 9-week course, it is far more concentrated than a typical 18-week course in or out of the classroom. Students should expect online courses to take as much time and dedication as in-class courses, and should plan their schedules accordingly.

ON-LINE INSTRUCTIONS:

It is your responsibility to make sure the instructor has all the contact information stated at the top of this syllabus by the start of class! It is your responsibility to email the instructor if you have any problems or do not understand this syllabus. 

It is your responsibility to confirm your enrollment either via the Internet at https://ias.barstow.cc.ca.us/  or by calling (760) 252-2411 x7236 if you are having problems accessing the course material. After you have confirmed your enrollment, go to http://www.bcconline.com/orient/ and read the password link. Following this procedure will ensure you are helped in the fastest manner possible.

By enrolling for this class, the assumption is that you possess the necessary skills to read at the college level, to enter and perform research on the internet, to email using proper email etiquette and to post to the discussions.

When emailing your instructor: sdonovan@bcconline.com include your full name. Send all email with the name of the course in the subject line and Lesson No. or the words: problem, question, or comment. Many times, I receive email with no name in the body of the email.  Sign all email with your name as registered at school, or else you will not receive a reply and your assignment will not be graded. Make sure CHLD 14 is in the subject line, if CHLD 14 is not in the subject line, the email will be deleted.

Email assignments will have a one-week turnaround time, and you should not expect an answer to a successfully submitted and completed assignment before the end of the one-week turnaround time period from the due date.  Receiving graded assignments or an answer to your questions before the above stated timelines have passed does not guarantee that you will receive replies that quickly in the future. 

At the conclusion of the class term grade reports are available approximately two weeks after the end of each term. Students may receive grades in one or more of the following ways:

• By Phone - Call (760) 252-6868 and select the grade option.
• By Web - Go to http://bcregweb.barstow.edu/
• In Person - Request an unofficial transcript in the Admissions and Records Office or from any counselor.

I do not email student grades and will not respond to inquiries about grades at the conclusion of the course.　

Written reports, college adult-level behavior, quizzes, and class exercises will be executed and/or performed in accordance with standards expected at Barstow College. In addition to the requirements of the assignment, points will be deducted for incorrect spelling and improper grammar, and for inappropriate, rude, or derogatory comments. The assignments you submit MUST be double-spaced, 12 Font, Times New Roman and submitted in APA format and all attachments must be submitted as an RTF attachment unless otherwise indicated. The student is strongly encouraged to store and save ALL submitted work.

Plagiarism is claiming as your own a paper, report, article, outline, or speech which, in whole or in part was prepared by someone other than yourself. Material quoted from readings MUST be noted according to the report writing style followed (APA, in this case). The scope of academic honesty is:

1. You must do your own work. Cutting and pasting from another source is also plagiarism. Papers, quizzes, tests, etc MUST be your own work in your own words. I realize that some students may want someone else to "check" the work. I (strongly) suggest that you put everything in your own words FIRST, then, if you desire, have someone proofread for you. Proofreading involves checking for errors, not re-writing sentences and paragraphs. If revisions are needed for clarity, then YOU must make those revisions; do not let your proofreader do the revisions.
2. When "borrowing" ideas from another source (for instance: research) ALWAYS give credit by citing the source. See rule #1. You cannot have too many citations in a paper, especially in a "research" paper, because you are "researching" from other sources. If you have information that you did not research yourself, or that did not come directly from your own ideas (i.e. if you were "inspired" by something you read or saw), you MUST cite the reference. Claiming work as your own that is not yours - in any way, shape, or form - is plagiarism. See http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/instruct/guides/citations.html
3. I do not accept "recycled" papers. These are papers that you have used for another class, which has been given a grade by another professor.
4. 4. You can not submit a paper for this class that you are submitting to another class in the same time frame. The paper you submit for this class must be original and must have never submitted for review or for a grade in another class. Doing so will result in a zero.

Plagiarism can result in a failing grade on the assignment, failure of the course (without the option to withdraw), and/or suspension or expulsion from the school. http://www.plagiarism.org/learning_center/what_is_plagiarism.html

In the box below type: " I have read the Academic Honesty section of the syllabus and I understand what plagiarism is and that committing it can result in failure of the course. I understand that I must submit my research paper to http://www.turnitin.com, which compares papers for plagiarized sections of the paper and sends a report to me.

All students are required to take the final at an adequately supervised location. The final will be given on-campus in the computer lab. (Call to schedule an appointment). If you must have a proctor, the proctor form located on the main page of CHLD 14 must be filled out and turned in by the second week of class. If you do not turn in the proctor form, you will be expected to take the final on the Main Campus. If you do not submit a proctor form in the proper timeframe, your proctor may not be verified in time and you will need to take the final on-campus. Turning in a proctor form during the last 2 weeks will most likely not be approved and you will need to take the final on-campus. Please read the requirements carefully for the proctor form, especially the proctor’s email requirement. (See the webpage http://www.bcconline.com/orient/proctorform.htm for complete college information on Assessment Test Proctor Form for Remote Students. Do not use the form on this page, use the form on the CHLD 14 page, or you will risk not having a proctor.) All proctors must be librarians, military educational officers, college professors, professional proctors (such as our lab aides) or clergy. Friends, family members, coworkers, and supervisors of the student or applicant may not be proctors. The proctor must have a professional email address and phone. (hotmail, yahoo, excite, aol, netscape, earthlink, verizon, netzero email accounts are unacceptable). The email address should correspond to a school or business. All proctors must be verified by the instructor.

Each week, students will read the assigned chapter(s), read the lecture for the week, take the quiz, complete and turn in any other assignments due, and participate in the discussion group. Completed assignments must be submitted to the instructor via E-Mail. All assignments, quizzes, tests, etc... turned in after the deadline will receive a zero, unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.

• Read and submit the Syllabus
• Introduce yourself on the discussion board
• Chapter 1. Children's Well-Being: What It Is and How to Achieve It
• Chapter 2. Daily Health Observations
• Read the Lecture
• Quiz # 1 (Chapters 1 & 2)
• Discussion Question

• Chapter 5. The Infectious Process and Environmental Control
• Chapter 6. Communicable and Acute Illness: Identification and Management
• Chapter 7. Creating High-Quality Environments
• Read the Lecture
• Quiz # 3 (Chapters 5, 6, and 7)
• Discussion Question

• Chapter 16. Feeding Infants
• Chapter 17. Feeding Toddlers and Young Children
• Chapter 18. Planning and Serving Nutritious and Economical Meals
• Read the Lecture
• Quiz # 7 (Chapters 16, 17, and 18)
• Discussion Question

• Chapter 19. Food Safety
• Chapter 20. Nutrition Education Concepts and Activities
• Quiz # 8 (Chapters 19 & 20)
• Discussion Topic

Lesson 9 Final Exam Week (See course homepage for dates)

If you have a disability which may impact your success in this course, you may contact the Office of Student Support (OSS) to arrange any reasonable accommodations and supports to which you are entitled. It is the responsibility of the student to initiate these procedures. The OSS department can be contacted by calling 760-252-2411 x7225 or 760-252-6759 TTY/TDD or emailing oss@bcconline.com.

This schedule is tentative and is subject to modification. A Syllabus is not a contract between instructor and students, but rather a guide to course procedures on attendance, requirements, grading, objectives and the class topic and reading schedule. The instructor reserves the right to amend the syllabus when emergency circumstances dictate or unusual opportunities for students learning arises. Students will be notified.