EDUC2001

Developmental Foundations of Early Childhood 1

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Education

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

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

Examines development from conception through infancy and early childhood to age eight. Students develop an understanding of developmental concepts, principles and processes, research methods and ethics, and various theoretical perspectives relating to child development, and the implications for early childhood education.

Objectives

Students will demonstrate:
1. understandings of different theoretical perspectives on physical, social, emotional development.
2. understandings of developmental concepts, principles and processes.
3. understandings of the complexity of ecological factors that influence development.
4. understandings of, and skills in studying children's development.
5. understanding and skills in planning to support physical, social and emotional development.
6. collaborative learning and teamwork skills.

Content

Topics include:
. developmental concepts and principles
. theoretical perspectives on development
. developmental processes and influences
. methods of studying development
. physical, social, emotional development

Replacing Course(s)

Transition

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

nil

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Field Study
Experience Based Learning
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Essays / Written Assignments

Written assignment involving analysis and discussion of selected literature (40%)