Announcements 3-7-06

Course: SPED 63958 Methods in ECI

Start: July 18th

Stop: August 10th

Weekly: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Time: 9:00-12:30

Location: Family Child Learning Center, Tallmadge, OH

Contact: Sarah Jackson (sljackso@kent.edu)

Registration information to follow!
 

Announcements 3-2-06

1.  Please contact Sarah Jackson (sljackso@kent.edu) with your preferences regarding Methods for Summer 2006. The class will meet (likely at the FCLC in Tallmadge) 3 days a week. Contact Sarah no later than March 6th.

Decision One - which weeks?
Option One: Start last week in June and go three weeks into July
Option Two: Start on July 5th and 6th (go 5 hours each day) then do the rest of the 3 weeks in July 3 days a week (3.5 hours per day).

Decision Two: which days of the week?
Option One: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Option Two: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

2.  We are changing our thoughts about the summer institute (SI) but hope to have a final plan soon. Right now our overall plan is the SI would last for 5 consecutive days and would be for 3 graduate credits. There would be some outside of class homework (due by mid-August). The overall topic would be universal design with specific training on the AEPS and on dealing with challenging behaviors. Please let me know by March 6th if you are interested (or if others you work with would be interested) - kprettif@kent.edu. Please let me know if you would rather have the SI:

Option One: last week in June
Option Two: last week in July
Option Three: first week in August

3.  Don't forget to let Brooke know if you need a summer practicum (bwinchel@kent.edu). Make sure you indicate which age group. You need to let us know by April 1st. We'll send out registration information by April 15th.

4.  I've forwarded a message from Lucky McKeen and flyers regarding ASQ-SE trainings. As you know - this is required of all preschool teachers by May so please get the word out.

5.  Don't forget we are looking for folks who are using the AEPS to add their contact information to our database
<http://fpsrv.dl.kent.edu/ecis/aepsdatabase.asp> and to participate in a critical research project. You can learn more about the research at the following URL:

http://fpsrv.dl.kent.edu/ecis/Web/Research/research.asp


Announcements 2-22-06

Sanna Harjusola-Webb from the University of Kansas (Juniper Garden Children's Project) has accepted the assistant professor in ECI position and will be formally start Fall 2006 (though she'll be helping me this spring and summer as she makes her transition to KSU). She has been added to our listserv so she is in the loop. Please feel free to welcome her to KSU (sanna@ku.edu).

Don't forget the deadline for requesting a summer practicum is April 1st. Please e-mail me or Brooke Winchell(bwinchel@kent.edu). Summer practicum is for 3 credits and you register under my name. That said, we don't have the call number ready yet so just hold tight. You can let me or Brooke know you intend to take practicum and then we'll pass you the registration information.

Speaking of summer - if you are interested in taking Methods please contact Sarah Jackson (sljackso@kent.edu) ASAP. We'll likely offer Methods at the FCLC during summer III but will finalize once we hear from who all is planning on taking it.

If you are starting the master's degree program this fall or if you want to switch from your current requirements to the following new requirements you may. If you have questions - please just schedule an advising time using my online calendar.

For non-thesis option here are the new required courses:
EDUC 65510 Statistics in Education  OR
EDUC 65511 Research in Educational Services

Choose 1:
EDUC 65520 Child/Adolescent Development
SPSY 67973  Consulting in the Helping  Professions
EDUC 65523 Life Span Development
RHAB 67732 Occupational Aspects of Disability
RHAB 67725 Psychosocial  Impact of Disability
SP&A 64500 Language Science
EDUC 65532 Ethics in Ed & Human Services 

Take All:
SPED 63201 Issues in Special Education
SPED 63300 Research Applications in SPED
EDAD 66518 Law and Special Education
SPED 63030 Special Topic Seminar or Workshop or Pharmacological Interventions
 

Summer 2006 INSP courses

Changes to reading, math etc. courses for INSP majors

Announcement 1-20-06

Two candidates are coming to campus to interview for the ECIS faculty position.

Candidate One- Vita

Candidate Two - Vita

Full Schedule

Announcements 8-2-05

Here are the ECIS courses that are being offered this Fall. Please be sure to contact me directly if you have questions or concerns about your schedule (kprettif@kent.edu).

SPED 63956 Foundations Call #16141 Tuesday 4:30-7:00 White Hall 207. Contact Dana Kenneley if you have questions (dkenneley@adelphia.net).

SPED 63954 PA 5-8 Call #16140 Tuesday 7:10-9:40 White Hall 303. Contact Sarah Jackson if you have questions (sljackso@kent.edu).

SPED 63950 Curriculum and Intervention Call #16139 Wed. 4:30 room TBA. Contact Kristie Pretti-Frontczak if you have questions (kprettif@kent.edu).

SPED 63992 Section 2 Advanced Practicum Call #16147. Contact Kristie Pretti-Frontczak if you have questions (kprettif@kent.edu).

The seminar associated with advanced practicum is Wednesday at 7:10 every other week room TBA. Contact Brooke Winchell if you have questions (bwinchel@kent.edu).
 

Announcements 4-14-05

Dr. Marisa Macy from the University of Oregon is coming to KSU to interview for the assistant professor in early childhood intervention position. You are invited to attend her research presentation and an informal reception. Full itineraries will be posted as they become available. Please RSVP to Kristie Pretti-Frontczak (kprettif@kent.edu) if you are able to attend either the presentation or reception. Your participation and input is critical to the future of the ECIS program. Thanks!

Dr. Marisa Macy April 21st (vita)

Itinerary

    Research Colloquium 1:30 in 038 Moulton Hall on the KSU campus

Topic A Linked Systems Approach to Eligibility Determination

Description

Dr. Macy will discuss her current research on creating effective eligibility assessment practices that produce relevant information about children, and can be used beyond the eligibility determination period of a service delivery system.  

She will demonstrate how curriculum-based assessment can be used to conduct valid and reliable appraisals of children’s skills and development.

 She also will discuss her long term goal of developing an approach to conducting transdisciplinary assessment practices that will include families in meaningful ways to deliver effective early intervention and early childhood special education services.

    Reception with students and faculty 2:30-3:30 or 4:00 outside of 217 Moulton Hall

Announcements 12-13-04

Part time work with a child in a preschool special needs class. Pays $8.50 an hour and goes to $11.23 after 60 days. Morning class (Mondays through Thursdays) after the holidays. If interested in interviewing for the position, can contact Suzanne Frank at 330-676-7884 or KE_FRANK@NEONET.K12.OH.US.
 

Announcements 10-30-04

1.  There have been changes to the Spring 2005 schedule - please click here for more information. Please register ASAP and see your advisor if you have questions or concerns.

2.  The deadline for requesting a Spring 2005 practicum is November 1st. Please contact Dr. Sharon Brady directly (sbrady1@kent.edu).

3.  If you are not receiving ECIS listserv updates, please contact Brooke Winchell and request to be added (bwinchel@kent.edu).

Announcements 2-26-04

1.  Register ASAP for summer and fall classes (see options hyper linked below)

2.  If you are interested in a Fall 2004 practicum you need to notify your advisor on or before May 9th, 2004.

3.  More job announcements are posted on the ECIS website....

Announcements 4-20-04

Click here for the summer 2004 ECIS course offering both on the KSU campus and Ashtabula campus.

Click here for the fall 2004 ECIS course offerings. This form will be updated as we get the Ashtabula course call numbers. Instructors and locations are subject to change.

Announcements 3-20-04

1.  Summer 2004 Course Offerings:

a.  Infant/Toddler will be offered as noted in the Summer schedule. The course will be offered at the Family Child Learning Center.

b.  Early Childhood Intervention Methods will also be offered during Summer III at the FCLC from 11:00-1:15 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. A summer schedule with call numbers will be posted in early April.

c.  If you are interested or need a Birth to Three practicum placement (3 credits no seminar) during the Summer of 2004, please notify your advisor before April 1, 2004. Actually, Sharon and I will be making placement decisions beginning March 31st so the sooner you can let us know the better.

d.  Family Professional Collaboration course will be offered in Ashtabula this summer - please contact me if you are interested (kprettif@kent.edu).

2.  Those of you looking for jobs are welcome to post your vita on the ECIS website. Please send me a word or pdf version of your vita and I will post. Those of you who already have jobs - please keep me updated with any job openings in your area.

3.  Matrixes showing the alignment between the AEPS and the ELCS are posted on the ECIS website (inservices, AEPS). Electronic versions of the AEPS are also posted. We welcome your feedback (kprettif@kent.edu).

4. Two new programs (or variations of programs) are now in effect. As always the ECIS program and master's degree program is available. The EEH is now available for those with SPED certification/licensure, Pre-K endorsement, or ECE license. Further, a combined undergraduate/graduate program is available for students majoring in moderate/intensive intervention specialist. See Dr. Brady or me for more information.

Announcements 2-18-04 (revised)

There is a time conflict for the summer for all grad students working in the CTSP, so Cathy Telzrow and Steve Thomas are teaching Law for SPSY during the intersession, and they are willing to let SPED students into that. The class is primarily for transition students, but we can get special permission. The class will be offered during the day and is 2 credits. Also, Law should be offered this fall off campus. More information to follow.

Announcements 2-9-04 (same announcements as posted on the listserv)

1. If you are interested in taking Methods this summer please rate the following choices/preferences and submit to Dr. Pretti-Frontczak via e-mail or a note before March 15th. More than likely the course will be offered at the FCLC.

        Option I - Methods is offered during Summer I (indicate a 3.5 hour time that is best and the three days of the week that are optimal)

        Option II - Methods is offered during Summer III (indicate a 3.5 hour time that is best and the three days of the week that are optimal)

2. Infant Toddler should also be offered this summer - let me know if you need it and/or plan on taking it so I can verify they have the course set and ready to go.

3. If you are interested or need a Birth to Three practicum placement (3 credits no seminar) during the Summer of 2004, please notify your advisor before April 1, 2004.

4. We are likely to offer the Family Professional Collaboration course in Ashtabula this summer - please have folks contact me if they are interested.

5. There are several job opening in Stow for next year - see postings at http://www.stow.summit.k12.oh.us/


 

Announcements 10-07-03

1. A job announcement for an EI specialist is posted on the ECIS website.

http://fpsrv.dl.kent.edu/ecis/Web/Alumni/jobs.htm

2. A very interesting doctoral defense will be held at 12:30 on 10-09-03. The title is expanding the developmental/ecological/transactional/model of child maltreatment within an ethological paradigm: Implications for a high-risk population. It will be held in 408A White Hall.

3. Thanks to those of you who have agreed to complete the National Survey twice for us. If you need help getting the survey or have questions - don't hesitate to contact me (kprettif@kent.edu).

4. Typical and Atypical Development is still scheduled to be offered in Ashtabula this spring. Flyers are being distributed as we speak...though there is an error on them, so new flyers will be distributed shortly. The class is being offered on Tuesday at 4:30 not Monday. Sorry for the confusion.

5. Don't forget to let Dr. Brady know if you need a praticum from Spring before November 1st.

6. SPED 63953 Practical Applications Birth to Five is being offered this spring. There were some problems with registering online but those should be taken care of. Check the spring schedule posted on the ECIS website if you have questions.

http://fpsrv.dl.kent.edu/ecis/Web/ECIS/schedules.htm

Announcements 8-24-03

Welcome back to Fall semester 2003!

Click here for Questions and Answers regarding Flashline and WebCT

Announcements 8-14-03

• Only a few more days until Fall 2003 begins. Be sure to contact your advisor if you have questions regarding courses being offered.

• The deadline for requesting a Spring 2004 practicum is November 1st. Mark your calendars now and contact Dr. Brady ASAP (sbrady1@kent.edu).

• The Office of Early Childhood Education's Annual Conference is in Columbus November 13 - 15 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and the Columbus Convention Center

Announcements 6-9-03

• You are invited to attend the Topics in Child Development 2003 Conference; Children with Asperger Syndrome on June 26 and June 27 at the Kent State Student Center. June 26 will be an evening program for parents; June 27 will be a day long conference with four breakout sessions and a keynote luncheon with Richard Simpson from the University of Kansas. For more information or to register, please contact Marge Luxmore at 330.672.0538 or mluxmore@kent.edu.

Announcements 5-05-03

• Note to those registered for Early Childhood Intervention Methods this summer - Teresa Brown (instructor) will contact you via the WebCT e-mail for the course regarding required readings and other important messages. 

  • Please try and check the Methods WebCT site weekly between now and Summer I. If you have not used WebCT before visit www.class.kent.edu

  • Once you’ve arrived at the site, you will need to log in by entering your user name and password (same as @kent address) and then read all introductory information. You will need PowerPoint software, Acrobat Reader, and an Internet Browser (e.g., Netscape, MS Explorer) to access the course web page.

Announcements 4-04-03

Summer 2003 Courses

• If you need/want to take Infant Toddler Intervention this summer you MUST contact Dr. Abbie Wheeden (awheeden@kent.edu) to let her know you intend upon registering. The class will be offered during Summer III  Monday-Thursday, 8:00 - 10:30 am at the FCLC. Registration will occur on the first day of class. Contact Dr. Sharon Brady (sbrady1@kent.edu) if you have additional questions or if you need the class in Fall 2003.

• Early Childhood Intervention Methods will be offered during Summer I (2003) at the Family Child Learning Center in Tallmadge, OH. Here is the information you will need to register: SPED 63958/001 CALL 15285. Teresa Brown will be the instructor and will be in touch later this spring with specifics regarding readings, course syllabus etc. The class will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1:15 until 4:00. Contact Teresa Brown if you have questions or concerns (Teresa2926@aol.com).

Announcements 3-17-03

• A workshop on how to cite the literature and avoid plagiarism will be held in room 333 of the Main Library on April 10th from 4:30-6:00 pm. All ECIS master's degree and doctoral students are welcome to attend. Please confirm your participation with Dr. Pretti-Frontczak before spring break. 

• See announcements from 3-13-03 regarding summer courses.

Announcements 3-13-03

• A special workshop is being planned to help students better understand how to cite the literature and avoid plagiarism. We have scheduled a tentative date of April 10th from 4:30-6:00. Please e-mail Dr. Pretti-Frontczak (kprettif@kent.edu) BEFORE 3-19-03 to indicate your availability and intent to participate in the workshop. This workshop is highly recommended for any and ALL students and faculty in the ECIS/EEH program.

• Early Childhood Intervention Methods will be offered during Summer I (2003) at the Family Child Learning Center in Tallmadge, OH. Here is the information you will need to register: SPED 63958/001 CALL 15285. Teresa Brown will be the instructor and will be in touch later this spring with specifics regarding readings, course syllabus etc.

• If you need or want to take Infant Toddler Development during Summer III (2003) or Fall (2003),  please contact Dr. Brady sbrady1@kent.edu.

• If you want to conduct a summer practicum or a fall practicum, please contact your advisor before April 1st. Even if you have contacted them in the past, it would be a good idea to confirm you are on our list to consider for summer and fall practicum needs.

Announcements 2-21-03

• Early Childhood Intervention Methods is tentatively scheduled to be offered during Summer I (2003). The course will be held at the Family Child Learning Center on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1:15 until 4:00 daily. Please notify your advisor if you have plans to register for this class.

• A PowerPoint self-guided advising presentation has been created. Click here to review different degree and licensure options offered at KSU related to early childhood intervention.

• Don't forget to request your summer and fall practicum placements with your advisor before April 1st.

WINTER Announcement 2-17-03

• Afternoon and evening classes on the Kent campus are cancelled for 2-17-03.

Announcements 1-30-03

• Kent State University provides every enrolled student with a kent.edu email account. This email account is how the official manner in which the University will communicate with students. Notices about financial aid awards, grades posting, overdue library books, and communication from your college or faculty advisor will be coming through email. Therefore, it is vital that all students check their kent.edu account. For convenience this can be forwarded to another account if you prefer. Information to do that is found at the following URL: https://www.personal.kent.edu/changeforward.html. Contact the helpdesk if you have additional questions or concerns (330-672-2130).

• Survey of children's Literature is not longer accepted as one of the four courses required in the area of reading. If you originally planned to take, or use a children's literature course for a reading requirement, see your advisor.

• The deadline for voting on when EC Methods will be offered this summer is fast approaching - please vote by e-mailing your advisor before Feb. 14th (see 1-24-03 announcements).

Announcements 1-27-03

• Typical and Atypical Development, Practical Applications 0-5, and Practicum Seminar will now be held in room 232 of Moulton Hall. This room change is effective immediately.

  • Contact your instructor if you have questions (kprettif@kent.edu or dmbarr@kent.edu)

• See IMPORTANT announcements from 1-24-03

Announcements 1-24-03

• Your vote is needed!! We are in the process of scheduling the only ECIS course we offer in the summer (i.e., EC Intervention Methods). The course is required for both the ECIS and EEH. Please notify your advisor or Dr. Pretti-Frontczak (kprettif@kent.edu) before February 14th regarding which of the following options would work best for you IF you need to take Methods during the summer of 2003.

  • Option One: Intersession Summer 2003 - Approximately 3.5 hours a day, 4 days a week for 3 weeks. Start time around 4:00 pm.

  • Option Two: Summer I 2003 - Approximately 3 hours a day, 3 days a week for 5 weeks.

    • Option Two (a): Start time around 1:00 pm

    • Option Two (b): Start time around 4:00 pm

  • Option Three: Summer III 2003 - Approximately 3 hours a day, 3 days a week for 5 weeks.

    • Option Three (a): Start time around 1:00 pm

    • Option Three (b): Start time around 4:00 pm

• Don't forget - the deadline for a summer AND fall practicum placement is April 1, 2003. You must notify your advisor if you want a placement.

• Winter weather announcements affecting practicum and/or ECIS courses will be posted on the ECIS website. Please check the website for updates.

Announcements 1-15-03

• SPED 63957 Assessment and Evaluation in Early Childhood Services will now be held in room 312 of White Hall (not 216).

• SPED 63953 Practical Applications Birth to Five will now be held in room 217 Moulton Hall (not 216 White Hall). 

Announcements 12-18-02

April 1, 2003 will serve as a deadline for two important notifications:

• One: If you need a summer practicum, you must let your advisor know before April 1st.

• Two: If you need a fall 2003 practicum, you must let your advisor know before April 1st.

Don't forget....Winter weather announcements affecting practicum and/or ECIS courses will be posted on the ECIS website. Please check the website for updates.

Changes as of 12-18-02 regarding the location of ECIS courses for spring:

• SPED 63955 Typical and Atypical Development will be held in 217 of Moulton Hall.

• SPED 63953 Practical Applications for Birth to Five will be held in 217 of Moulton Hall.

Announcements 12-12-02

• A new practicum policy has been adopted. Click here for a copy of the policy and guidelines.

• Winter weather announcements affecting practicum and/or ECIS courses will be posted on the ECIS website. Please check the website for updates.

• Registration for students wishing to complete a spring practicum is closed - the deadline for requests for a summer practicum is April 1st. 

• YES! Practical Applications Birth to Five is offered during the Spring of 2003. Click here for a list of ECIS offerings.

Announcements 11-02-02

• Don't forget to register soon for spring courses. Click here for a list of ECIS offerings.

• YES! Practical Applications Birth to Five is offered during the Spring of 2003. 

• The due date for notifying your advisor that you wish to conduct a spring practicum is November 25th.

• The EEH (early education of the handicapped) validation will once again be offered through the ECIS program at KSU. If you have a valid K-12 certificate, a Pre-K validation, an intervention specialist license (e.g., Mild Moderate or Moderate Intensive), or a new ECE license, please contact Dr. Sharon Brady or Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak to see if the EEH is an option for you.

  The EEH is an add-on validation that allows interventionists to work with preschool age children with special needs. The proposed program (currently under review) will consist of 21 credits including 6 credits of supervised practicum in a preschool setting and core 5 courses. All of the courses are offered at the graduate level and can go towards a master's degree in early childhood special education.

Announcements 10-23-02

A family is looking for someone to work with their 2 and 1/2 year old son Patrick. Patrick was diagnosed with infantile autism 6 months ago and they are looking for an intern or graduate student who might be willing to work with him. You can reach Mike at work by paging him at 330-710-2856 or calling their home at 330-926-1587. I also have an e-mail address if you are interested. If you have questions or concerns you can first contact me - Kristie - at kprettif@kent.edu.

ECIS Spring 2003 Course offerings (click here for the courses being offered during Spring 2003 semester)

Announcements 10-11-02

• Spring schedule will be posted soon. Please note that SPED 63953 Practical Applications Birth to Three will be offered on Wednesday nights from 7:10-9:40.

• A special topic seminar required for your master's degree titled "Understanding Mental Health Issues for Young Children and their Families" will be offered in the spring. Click here for further information.

• If you are interested in conducting a practicum during Spring 03 semester you must register and notify your advisor before November 25th.

• If you are interested or need to conduct a practicum during Summer 03, you must notify register and notify your advisor before April 1st.

Announcements 10-07-02

Some of you might like to know about this upcoming satellite teleconference and take part in it:

WHEN:    Monday, October 21, 2002 from 4:30 to 6:30PM (Pacific time)

TOPIC:    Interdisciplinary Strategies, working with infants who have multiple disabilities including sensory impairment

SPEAKERS: Deborah Chen and panel of parents, OT, PT, SLP, Teachers

Specific downlink coordinates are available at www.spub.com

Handouts may be requested from Deborah Chen before October 21 by e-mailing her at: deborah.chen@csun.edu

Announcements 9-9-02

"Understanding Mental Health Issues for Young Children and their Families" is a graduate seminar for students interested in learning more about the causes, assessment procedures, and intervention strategies for infants and young children (ages 0-8 years) with at-risk, emotional, and/or behavioral issues. Click here for further information.

Announcements 8-13-02

Welcome BACK - getting ready for fall....

• Due to low enrollment, any class with fewer than 10 students will be canceled on 8-21-02. It is important that you register NOW.

• If you are interested in completing hours towards your practicum this fall - you must let Dr. Sharon Brady know before August 21st.

• Job announcement:

Ohio AEYC Executive Director Position - fulltime director to manage association and advocate for quality care and education for young children and their families. Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field, master's degree preferred. Requires administrative and supervisory experience, with association management experience preferred. Knowledge of Ohio-AEYC and nonprofit organizations preferred. Salary Range $40-45,000 year. Details at website: www.oaeyc.org.

Announcements 7-8-02

• Clara H. Lloyd Scholarships in Early Childhood Development and Early Childhood Special Education

• Available for graduate students working in ECE or ECSE with a minimum grade point average of 2.75 during the last 60 hours of completed undergraduate courses.

• Applications are available from the Office of Student Life in room 220 of White Hall

• The scholarship will be awarded druing the fall 2002 and Spring 2003 academic year.

Announcements 6-18-02

• Stephen Thomas' web-based course: "Law and Special Education" will be offered as a web-based course in the fall. You can find the course listed on-line (EDAD 66518/002). The course will begin September 9 and end December 6.

• Please register for Fall semester ASAP. If you have questions, please contact your advisor in August.

Announcements 6-10-02

• The Educational Service Center is currently looking for a candidate to fill a special education preschool position. this candidate must have EEH certification. The position available would be for our preschool Autism classroom. If you are  interested, please have then contact Kate A. Foley at 216-524-5000 x 119.
  

Announcements 4-25-02

A number of graduate assistantships are available for the 2002/2003 AY. 

To qualify, students must be in a degree program, must enroll in a full course of study each AY semester (i.e., 9 or more hours), and complete 20 hours a week in work back to the department/program. Decisions are being made now so if you are interested in receiving an assistantship, please contact Kristie Pretti-Frontczak ASAP.

Announcements 4-15-02

• Changes to the dates and times for the SPED 63958 Early Childhood Intervention Methods are being proposed. Click here to get a copy of the different options being proposed. Please enter/click on "cancel" if an authorization code is requested. Please complete the form (i.e., rank or choose those options which work best for you) and return to Kristie Pretti-Frontczak before April 26th. Majority vote wins. Please note, if fewer than 8 students register for the class it will not be offered during the Summer of 2002. 

• Changes have been made regarding which sections of the Praxis II ECIS students need to take. Please see information posted on this website in terms of Praxis II requirements. Contact the Office of Academic Services if you have questions. 

• A number of graduate assistantships are available for the 2002/2003 AY. To qualify, students must be in a degree program, must enroll in a full course of study each AY semester (i.e., 9 or more hours), and complete 20 hours a week in work back to the department/program. Decisions are being made now so if you are interested in receiving an assistantship, please contact Kristie Pretti-Frontczak ASAP.

Announcements 4-10-02

Summer ECIS courses - click here

Fall ECIS courses - click here

Announcements 2-25-02

If you are in need of completing practicum hours during the summer of 2002, opportunities are limited. We will take students on a first come first serve basis until supervisory slots no longer remain. You MUST contact either Dr. Pretti-Frontczak, Janas, or Brady if you intend on registering or completing hours of practicum this summer. Even if you have made prior arrangements, you MUST confirm and get approval before April 1st.

Dr. Tim Rasinski will be teaching Effective use of Phonics during Intersession 2002 (May 13-June 5) on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 until 9 in the Stow Public Library. The course is MCED 4/50005-002 Call numbers 14939/14940. Contact Dr. Rasinski if you have questions (330-672-0649).

ECED 60155 Infant and Toddler Development will be offered off-campus this summer from July 15-August 9 (four weeks
instead of five). The course is tentatively scheduled to meet from 8:30am-11am, four days a week (M-Th). The times and dates may vary. Call Dr. Abbie Wheeden at the Family Child Learning Center for more information. 

Announcements 1-11-02

• SKI*HI, VIISA, and INSITE Curriculum Training

• Contact Kim Christensen, Division of Intervention Services, Bowling Green State University at 419-372-7299

• Dates

  • May 17th and 18 in Cleveland (INSITE)

  • To be determined in Columbus (SKI*HI)

  • April 19th in Columbus (VIISA)

Announcements 12-12-01

• For a table showing when SPED courses will be offered by semester click here. Please enter/click on "cancel" if an authorization code is requested.

• For a copy of undergraduate prerequisite course sequences click here. Please enter/click on "cancel" if an authorization code is requested.

Announcements 10-25-01

• Spring ECI courses are posted click here to hyperlink to the list 

• Summer ECE and SPED course offerings are posted under the schedule link

• All ECI students are asked to keep in contact with the program. Letters were sent out a week or two ago. Please complete the form and return ASAP. If you did not receive a letter, click here for a copy of the letter/form.

• If you plan on doing an ECI practicum during Spring semester you must contact Dr. Sharon Brady before November 1st, 2001.

Announcements 10-01-01

• Tim Rasinski that he will offer a Phonics class for us in the intersession - we will keep you posted.

• An ECED math class will also be offered during the summer - stay tuned

Announcements 5-10-01

• The call number for Advanced Practicum for Summer 2001 is 14642

• The call number for Advanced Practicum for Fall 2001 is 20647

ECI graduate students can NOW post their vita on the Early Childhood Intervention Program Website. If you are interested please contact or submit an electronic copy of your vita to the Webmaster.

If you are going to register for advanced practicum (SPED 63992) or engage in independent research with a faculty during Summer 2001, you must let Dr. Brady know where you want to complete your practicum and the number of  credits (2-8). Please review ECI practicum policies as well.