EDF2202

Child Development 2 (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr H Tonyan

Offered:
Peninsula Second semester 2004 (Day)
Singapore Term 1 2004 (OCL)
Peninsula Second semester 2005 (Day)
Singapore Term 3 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students are expected to be able to assess the likely impact of culture, family, genetic inheritance, birth order and life experience on development; observe development sensitively and record precise, relevant and accurate information that can be used in program planning and evaluation; apply understanding of and knowledge about development to program planning, implementation and evaluation; link the development of children in general and specific behaviours and skills of individual children to several contemporary theoretical perspectives.

Assessment: Seminar presentation and supporting documentation (1800 words equivalent): 45% + Essay (2200 words equivalent): 55%

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week + 20 hrs total (Singapore BECStudies students)

Prerequisites: EDF2201 or equivalent