Child Development Coursework

I. Course Overview

• Instructor: [YOUR NAME]

• Email: [YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS]

• Phone: [YOUR CONTACT NUMBER]

• Course Title: Child Development

• Course Code: CD 2050

II. Course Objectives

1. Understand the principles and theories of child development.

2. Examine factors influencing child growth and development.

3. Explore various stages of cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in children.

4. Analyze the impact of family, culture, and environment on child development.

5. Apply knowledge of child development to practical contexts, such as education and parenting.

III. Course Schedule

• Week 1 (Jan 5 - Jan 9, 2050): Introduction to Child Development

  • Overview of course objectives and expectations.

  • Historical perspectives and theories of child development.

• Week 2 (Jan 12 - Jan 16, 2050): Prenatal Development and Birth

  • Stages of prenatal development.

  • Impact of prenatal environment on child health and development.

• Week 3 (Jan 19 - Jan 23, 2050): Infancy and Toddlerhood

  • Milestones in physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development.

  • Attachment theory and its implications for caregiving.

• Week 4 (Jan 26 - Jan 30, 2050): Early Childhood

  • Language acquisition and cognitive development.

  • Socialization and peer relationships.

• Week 5 (Feb 2 - Feb 6, 2050): Middle Childhood

  • Cognitive milestones and academic development.

  • Family dynamics and parenting styles.

• Week 6 (Feb 9 - Feb 13, 2050): Adolescence

  • Puberty and physical changes.

  • Identity development and peer influences.

• Week 7 (Feb 16 - Feb 20, 2050): Applied Child Development

  • Applying child development principles to educational settings.

  • Parenting strategies and challenges.

• Week 8 (Feb 23 - Feb 27, 2050): Final Project Presentations

  • Presentation of research projects or case studies.

  • Peer feedback and discussion.

IV. Assignments and Assessments

• Research Paper: Child Development Case Study

  • Analyze a case study or research article related to child development.

  • Discuss key findings and implications for practice.

• Class Presentation: Parenting Styles and Child Development

  • Present on a selected topic related to child development.

  • Include relevant research findings and practical applications.

• Final Project: Applied Child Development Project

  • Develop a practical intervention or program based on principles of child development.

  • Present project proposal and implementation plan.

V. Resources

• Textbooks:

  1. Child Development: A Cultural Approach by Jeffrey Arnett.

  2. The Developing Person Through Childhood and Adolescence by Kathleen Stassen Berger.

• Journal Articles:

  • Access provided through university library database.

VI. Grading Criteria

• Research Paper: 30%

• Class Presentation: 20%

• Final Project: 40%

• Class Participation: 10%

VII. Policies

1. Attendance is expected for all class sessions.

2. Late submissions will be subject to a 5% deduction per day.

3. Plagiarism or academic dishonesty will not be tolerated.

4. Students requiring accommodations should contact the instructor to make arrangements.

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