Course Title
Development and Learning
Course Description
This course focuses on child development for children in pre-kindergarten through grade 4 and the ways in which child development interacts with teaching and learning. Particular attention will be paid to developmentally appropriate practices and the role of play as a teaching medium. Research-based teaching strategies will be highlighted. Students will demonstrate their in-depth understanding and analyses of concepts and constructs applied to important issues that have implications for the home, school, and community. This is a course with additional field experiences at early childhood sites. All Education Department clearances must be obtained by the beginning of this course. Prerequisite: EDUC-101. 4 SH.
Course Types
Standard (STAND)
Semester Hours
4