This course is a systematic study of child growth and development from conception through early childhood. Emphasis is on principles underlying physical, mental, emotional, and social development, methods of child study, and practical implications. Upon completion, students will be able to use knowledge of how young children differ in development and approaches to learning to provide opportunities that support physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, and aesthetic development. This is a CORE course.
Prerequisites
As determined by college.
Note
There is an approved Plan-of-Instruction for this course.