BKED 290 Child Development
This course covers child development for children birth through age eight. Developmental milestones for cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development will be included. The importance of Developmental Appropriate Practice, play in the early learning environment, and the whole child concept will be examined. Developmental theories and research-based pedagogy will be included. Upon completion, students should be able to identify evidence-based strategies and theories that enhance the development of all children; including various diversities and abilities. Students should also be able to explain how environmental and biological factors impact development and how development follows sequential patterns, recognizing atypical developmental patterns.
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As Needed