HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY STUDIES

Development and Guidance in Early Childhood, Ages Birth through 8

Course Number: Human Development and Family Studies (HD FS) 223X, section XW

Credit: 3 undergraduate credits

Tuition: $612 undergraduate

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Dates: January 9-May 5, 2006

Registration Deadline: December 27, 2005

   Typical and atypical development from birth through eight years of age. Development and guidance within the contexts of the family, program, and society. Guided observation of physical, motor, cognitive, language, social and emotional development.

Computer Requirements: requirements listed at webct.ait.iastate.edu/ISUtools/webhtml/webct_specs.html. Internet connection (the faster the better, but 28K will work), Adobe Acrobat Reader, Quicktime player, word processing software that will save to RTF format, CD_ROM drive in the computer, VCR

Instructor: Cathy Hockaday

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSP06.htm or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

Special Topics in Housing

Course Number: Human Development and Family Studies (HD FS) 490B/590B, section XW

Credit: 3 graduate credits

Tuition: $954 graduate

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Dates: January 9-May 5, 2006

Registration Deadline: December 26, 2005

   Special topics in housing including but not limited to housing choices, housing consumption, homelessness, affordability, communities, housing structures, indoor air quality, renting and owning, and accessible design. Students will apply topics to their professions in their own communities.

Prerequisite: social science course

Computer Requirements: College of Human Sciences specs

Note: May be applied toward Master of Family and Consumer Sciences

Instructor: Sue Crull

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSP06.htm or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

Partnering with Parents: History and Cultural Perspectives

Course Number: Human Development and Family Studies (HD FS) 493B/593B, section XW

Credit: 1 undergraduate or graduate credit, Various CEUs will be applied for (social worker hours, Iowa teacher renewal credits, AAFCS PDUs, NCFR CFLE CEUs, Iowa teacher renewal credits).

Tuition: $204 undergraduate; $318 graduate; plus $100 delivery fee

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Dates: February 6-March 3, 2006

Classes: Chat discussions will be held February 15, 9-10 a.m. and 8-9 p.m.; March 1, 9-10 a.m. and 8-9 p.m. Choose one time for each date to participate in the chats.

Registration Deadline: January 23, 2006

   Partnering with Parents is designed to strengthen the core competencies of parenting educators. Two of the 11 modules in the series will be offered via a four-week online workshop: (1) The Journey of Parenting Education (2) Cultural Perspectives on Parenting
   The Journey of Parenting Education: Learn about parenting practices in the United States during the past century, current trends, and develop a vision for the future. You will self-assess your knowledge and skills, begin to develop a personal philosophy of parenting education, identify your personal preferences, and learn about competencies and traits helpful to facilitating parent learning.
   Cultural Perspectives on Parenting: You will further understand your own culture and how it influences your values, attitudes, expectations, and parenting practices. You will learn about values held by other cultures and the influence of these values on parenting practices. Parents of various cultures will share their perspectives and experiences. Cultural stereotypes will be explored, as well as applying principles of family-centered practices when building relationships with families of cultures different from your own.
   Chat rooms, discussion boards, email, video streams, small group assignments and surveys will be used to facilitate learning. Visit the Partnering with Parents Web site, www.extension.iastate.edu/pwp

Computer Requirements: webct.ait.iastate.edu/ISUtools/webhtml/webct_specs.html

Note: May be applied toward Family Worker Certification, Master of Family and Consumer Sciences

Instructor: Kimberly Greder

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSP06.htm or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

Parent Education

Course Number: Human Development and Family Studies (HD FS) 548, section XW

Credit: 3 graduate credits

Tuition: $954 graduate

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Dates: January 9-May 5, 2006

Registration Deadline: December 27, 2005

   Needs assessments, models, delivery systems, and evaluation procedures used in parent education programs for families with diverse needs, including single parents, adolescent parents, and parents of children with developmental disabilities. Developmental aspects of parenting. Effects of values, family structures, family goals, and parenting styles on parent education.

Prerequisite: HD FS 510 (Theories of Human Development) or 511 (Family Theory) or 6 credits in social sciences

Computer Requirements: College of Human Sciences specs

Note: May be applied toward Master of Family and Consumer Sciences

Instructor: Sedahlia Crase

For information visit: www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/disciplineSP06.htm or call Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. toll free (800) 262-0015.

To Register visit: http://www.lifelearner.iastate.edu/courses/register.htm

Southwest Iowa Regents Resource Center
3501 Harry Langdon Blvd
ISD Campus, Careers Bldg
Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503
Phone: 712-366-3647
Fax: 712-366-1723
E-mail: swirrc@iastate.edu