Child Development

Intent:

To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of child development from conception to 5 years old. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of children, preparing them for further education and careers in childcare, education, and related fields.

Implementation:

Theoretical Knowledge: Deliver structured lessons covering key topics such as prenatal development, early childhood education, and adolescent psychology. Use a variety of teaching methods, including teacher led learning, discussions, and multimedia resources.

Practical Skills: Incorporate hands-on activities, such as observations, case studies, and practical childcare tasks, to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts.

Assessment and Evaluation: Use a combination of formative and summative assessments, including exams, coursework, and practical evaluations, to measure student understanding and progress.

Support and Guidance: Provide ongoing support through tutoring, mentoring, and access to additional resources to help students succeed in their studies.

Impact:

Enhanced Understanding: Students will gain a thorough understanding of the stages of child development and the factors that influence growth and development.

Practical Competence: Students will develop practical skills in observing, assessing, and supporting children’s development, preparing them for further education or careers in childcare and education.

Critical Thinking: Students will enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to analyze and address developmental issues effectively.

Career Readiness: Students will be well-prepared for further studies in child development, psychology, education, or related fields, and for careers that involve working with children.

Child Development

Intent:

To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of child development from conception to 5 years old. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support the physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development of children, preparing them for further education and careers in childcare, education, and related fields.

Implementation:

Theoretical Knowledge: Deliver structured lessons covering key topics such as prenatal development, early childhood education, and adolescent psychology. Use a variety of teaching methods, including teacher led learning, discussions, and multimedia resources.

Practical Skills: Incorporate hands-on activities, such as observations, case studies, and practical childcare tasks, to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts.

Assessment and Evaluation: Use a combination of formative and summative assessments, including exams, coursework, and practical evaluations, to measure student understanding and progress.

Support and Guidance: Provide ongoing support through tutoring, mentoring, and access to additional resources to help students succeed in their studies.

Impact:

Enhanced Understanding: Students will gain a thorough understanding of the stages of child development and the factors that influence growth and development.

Practical Competence: Students will develop practical skills in observing, assessing, and supporting children’s development, preparing them for further education or careers in childcare and education.

Critical Thinking: Students will enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to analyze and address developmental issues effectively.

Career Readiness: Students will be well-prepared for further studies in child development, psychology, education, or related fields, and for careers that involve working with children.