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EDST1510

Development in Context 1

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

Previously offered in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Focuses on human development from conception through to the preschool years. Students will examine principles, processes and practices that underpin various approaches to the explanation of how humans grow and develop over time. Through the study of historical and contemporary theories students will explore a range of methods of data gathering and interpretation and critically analyse various research paradigms.

Objectives
As a result of participating in this course, students will be expected to:
1. describe a range of approaches to study and explanation of human development.
2. explain the importance of contexts in which development occurs.
3. critically analyse linear models and explain current trends in theories of development.
4. observe and plan for individual children.
Content
1. Historical and current approaches to development birth to eight years
2. The importance of context
3. Non Linear perspectives
4. The ethics and processes of observing children
5. Making inferences to inform practice
6. Engaging children in record keeping processes
Replacing Course(s)
NA
Transition
NA
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
NIL
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
Comparative Study: 25% 1500 words Students will compare and contrast different theoretical approaches to human development.
Essays / Written Assignments
Observations 40% Students will document observations and inferences based on fieldwork with birth to five year olds.
Essays / Written Assignments
Planning 35% Students will plan for children based on observation.
Contact Hours
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term