TEAC 1032 The Developing Child
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 102046
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Description An in-depth knowledge of child development is essential for educators to plan and provide culturally and developmentally appropriate practices for children in the early years. In this context, this subject aims to explore the diverse nature, processes and aspects of children’s development from conception to 12 years of age. The subject investigates the physical, socio-emotional, cognitive, language, moral, creative, spiritual and academic domains of development. Students will gather an understanding of the evolving methods used to develop theory about child development – from traditional case study approaches to contemporary brain research. The role of family, community, and other sociocultural influences will also be considered in relation to understanding the holistic nature of children’s development. Students will apply their knowledge of theories and methods of child study in the compilation of a Child Portfolio.
School Education
Discipline Teacher Education: Early Childhood
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 1 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Equivalent Subjects TEAC 1033 - The Developing Child (WSTC)
TEAC 1041 - The Developing Child (Block)
Restrictions
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Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
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Quiz | 2 x 40 minutes | 20 | N | Individual |
Critical Review | 1000 words | 30 | N | Individual |
Portfolio | 1500 words | 50 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- MCDevitt, T.M., Ormrod, J.E., Cupit, G., Chandler, M., Aloa, V. (2020). Child development and education (2nd ed.). NJ: Pearson.
Teaching Periods