Child development 3
2 hours per week * First semester * Peninsula
The subject aims to make students aware of how children learn and of the educational implications of recent research on child development, cognitive science, learning and teaching. Recent research findings and relevant theories are discussed. There is an emphasis on putting theory into practice in child care, preschool and junior primary settings. Issues to be covered include behavioural views of learning; cognitive views of learning; motivation and classroom management; planning and setting objectives; effective teaching; teaching exceptional students.
Assessment
Test: 50% * Examinations: 50%