Foundations of Child Development (4 hours)

Foundations of Child Development

This course provides an overview of the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin the growth and development of children from birth through adolescence, with a specific focus on the early learning years. This course is designed for students, educators, caregivers, and professionals who seek to understand the nature of child development and apply this knowledge in practical settings.
(4 hours)
Enrollment expires 1 year from date of purchase.
This online course is presented in English.

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Course curriculum

1. Pre-Assessment Survey
  FREE PREVIEW
1. Introduction to Child Development
  FREE PREVIEW
2. The Vital Role of Early Childhood Educators
3. Chapter 1 Review Questions
4. Chapter 1 Discussion
1. Historical Perspectives and Child Development Theories
2. Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory
3. Erik Erikson’s Influence on Early Childhood Education
4. John Bowlby’s Attachment Theory
5. John Bowlby’s Influence on Early Childhood Education
6. Albert Bandura’s Social Learning Theory
7. Applications of Social Learning Theory
8. Jean Piaget’s Cognitive Development Theory
9. Piaget’s Theory Implications for Education
10. Chapter 2 Review Questions
11. Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Principles of Development
2. Development is Continuous
3. Development is Gradual
4. Development is Sequential
5. Rate of Development Varies
6. Development Proceeds from General to Specific
7. Development is Influenced by Heredity and Environment
8. Development is Predictable
9. Development is Multidirectional
10. Chapter 3 Review Questions
11. Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Periods of Child Development
2. Infants (Birth to 1 Year)
3. Toddlers (1 to 2 Years)
4. Toddlers (2 to 3 years)
5. Early Childhood (3 to 4 years)
6. Early Childhood (4 to 5 years)
7. Middle Childhood (6 to 11 years)
8. Chapter 4 Review Questions
9. Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
1. Genetics, Environment, and Caregiving
2. Nature and Nurture in Child Development
3. The Debate: Nature vs Nurture
4. Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. Biological Influences
2. Biological Foundations
3. Brain Development
4. Postnatal Brain Development
5. Neural Plasticity and Child Development
6. The Role of Genetics on Development
7. Inherited Genetic Disorders in Children
8. Chapter 6 Review Questions
9. Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
1. Environment Influences
2. Interplay of Genes and Environment
3. Impact of Early Stress on Child Development
4. Importance of Consistent and Nurturing Caregivers
5. Lifelong Window of Opportunity
6. Overlooked Impact of Severe Neglect
7. Resilience in the Face of Adversity
8. The Importance of Support for Traumatized Children
9. Resilience Requires Relationships
10. Chapter 7 Review Questions
11. Chapter 7 Open-Ended Question
1. Importance of Relationship-Based Care
2. Course Conclusion
3. Resources for Educators
1. End of Course Reflection
2. Course Completion
3. End of Course Quiz
4. Course Feedback Form

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$38.00
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Foundations of Child Development

Course curriculum

Getting Started

Before we begin...

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Wrapping It Up

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