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CD-335 Families and Close Relationships (3 credit hours)

A functional course designed to help the students achieve an understanding of various family structures and interpersonal dynamics. Students will examine theories of family structure, of family function, and of interpersonal and close relationships that can be applied to their personal and professional lives.

 

CD-440 Readings in Early Education and Early Intervention (3 credit hours)

This course will trace the history and supporting theoretical bases of early education and early childhood special education in the United States. Models of early education and early intervention will be

examined from a national perspective. Current trends and legislation at the state and national level will also be investigated. Program models designed to serve the needs of economically disadvantaged

and at-risk children and families will be a focus of examination. Observations of programs that exemplify different models will be conducted during the semester. This course is designated as meeting

the general education threads of writing intensive (WI) and oral communication (OC).

 

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FMD-418 Textiles (3 credit hours)

A study of textile products from raw materials through manufacturing and finishing of fabrics. Emphasis on selection and care of textiles.

 

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ID-245 Housing Issues (3 credit hours)

Study of psychological, physiological, social, and environmental aspects of shelter. Included will be a study of the housing needs of elderly and handicapped; cross-cultural perspective of housing; ergonomics; historic preservation; energy efficiency; and government policies influencing housing.

 

ID 930 Community Internship (1-4 credit hours)

Term

Section

Name

Title Faculty Cred. Bldg. Rm. Days

Start

Time

End

Time

First Six Week CD-440-A

Rdgs. in Early Education &

Intervention

Haugk 3 MAR 213 TH 5:00 PM 7:50 PM
First Three Week CD-335-A Families & Close Relationships Matthews 3 MAR 213 MTWHF 8:30 AM 11:20 AM
First Three Week FMD-418-A Textiles Ellis 3 MAR 127 MTWHF 8:30 AM 11:20 AM
First Three Week ID-245-A Housing Issues Burpitt 3 MAR 125 MTWHF 8:30 AM 11:20 AM
Second Six Week ID-930-A Community Internship Burpitt 1-4 MAR OFF CAMPUS

 

Visit the Interior Design website at http://www.meredith.edu/hes/interior-design/default.htm.

Vist the Fashion Merchandising and Design website at http://www.meredith.edu/hes/fashion/default.htm.

 

 

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