EDUC X 21 - Child Development/Desarrollo Infantil
Course Description
This is an introductory course in child growth and development spanning conception through middle childhood. The course covers theories of human development; the scientific study of development; genetic and environmental contributions and interactions on child development; and developmental time frames from conception and prenatal development through infancy, toddlerhood, early childhood and middle childhood. Students learn about milestones and the cultural contexts of development across domains: physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development. Students are required to observe an infant 0-36 months old and a child 3-6 years old. This is the recommended first course in the ECE series. This is a lower-division (entry level) college class. This is also an intensive class. We are completing a full course in only 8 weeks. Expect to spend around 12 hours per week completing everything in each week’s module. There is a significant amount of reading required. Professional-level English language proficiency in the following areas is required: reading comprehension, vocabulary, note-taking and written expression. Ofrecido en Español. Prensa los detailles para información (#397671, Monica Hilario).
Course Outline
Learn about the development of young children. This online child development course covers the scientific study of developmental from the prenatal period through childhood, including development across social and cultural contexts and genetic and environmental factors.
Notes
Ofrecido en Español. Prensa los detailles para información.Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Early Childhood Education - Associate Teacher : Required Course 1
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required
