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EDUC1055

Foundations of Child Development

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 2
OurimbahSemester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010

Examines development from conception through infancy, early childhood to age twelve. Students develop an understanding of developmental concepts, principles and processes and various theoretical perspectives relating to child development, and the implications for early childhood education. Particular attention is paid to critical engagement with research and theory within the Australian socio-cultural context.

Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be expected to:

1. understand different theoretical perspectives on all developmental domains and their interrelationships.
2. understand developmental concepts, principles and processes.
3. understand the complexity of contextual factors that influence development.
4. understand, and have skills in studying children's development.
5. understand ways to support development.
6. critically engage with theory and research in the field.
Content
This course introduces students to:
developmental concepts and principles
- theoretical perspectives on development
- developmental processes and influences
- methods of studying and supporting development
- critically engage with theory and research
Replacing Course(s)
Not Applicable
Transition
Not Applicable
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Nil
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Lecture
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
25% - Essay/Written assignment involving analysis and discussion of selected literature
Case Scenario/PBL exercises
50% - Case scenario/PBL exercises
Quiz - Tutorial
25% - Quiz
Contact Hours
Lecture: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 12 weeks

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for EDUC1055