EDUC130 Early Development and Learning II - Ages 6 - 9

Department of Social & Behavioral Science: Education

  1. Course Number and Title

    EDUC130 Early Development and Learning II - Ages 6 - 9

  2. Number of Credits

    3 credits

  3. Minimum Number of Instructional Minutes Per Semester

    2250

  4. Prerequisites

    None.

    Corequisites

    None.

  5. Other Pertinent Information

    Five hours of observation required.
    Pennsylvania Department of Education clearances required.

  6. Catalog Course Description

    This course explores child development in the cognitive, language, physical, emotional, and social domains within a theoretical and research framework for children ages 6-9. Students examine the influences of cultural diversity, family, and education on early learning and development. The course includes five hours of observation.

  7. Required Course Content and Direction

    1. Learning Goals:

      1. Course
        2. Students will
        1. describe the sequence of typical development for children ages six through nine;
        2. identify factors that influence the development of children;
        3. describe the theories of cognitive, language, physical, emotional and social development;
        4. differentiate between typical and atypical development and discuss educational adaptations made to insure the success of all learners; and
        5. evaluate teaching techniques that advance development.

      2. Core (if applicable)
        3. This course is not included in the Core.

    2. Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities:

      1. development including theories and research
      2. observation strategies
      3. physical growth-motor, body, and special needs
      4. cognitive development
      5. language development and literacy
      6. social/emotional development
      7. special needs

    3. Assessment Methods for Core Learning Goals:

      1. Course
        2. The assessment of course learning goals will be based on participation in classroom discussions, written exams, assignments, observation, and papers.

      2. Core (if applicable)
        3. This course is not included in the Core.

    4. Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Students:

      See course format.

  8. Teaching Methods Employed

    Section VIII is not being used in new and revised syllabi as of 12/10/08.

Revision / Approval Date: 7/2010