Course

ECE 1: Development in Early Childhood | ECED.X301

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Participants explore human development from prenatal stages through middle childhood and study the interrelationships among social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, with a focus on the role of play in early childhood. Using observational techniques, the class identifies developmentally appropriate characteristics and activities.

Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of the course, you should be able to

• Describe the influence of various social contexts on development including family, school, childcare, the media, and culture
• Discuss some views consistent with current knowledge and research in child development, based upon several current issues in child development
• Observe, record, analyze and compare children’s behavior and relate it to course materials on development
• Identify the major milestones in child development from birth through adolescence in social, emotional, cognitive and physical development