Child Development (11990.1)

This unit introduces students to theories and research related to human development in early childhood from conception to five years. Students will explore physical, cognitive, language, social and emotional development and how growth and development are interrelated and dynamic. Students will critically engage with and reflect on traditional and contemporary developmental theories. There is a focus on how adults can optimise children's development through their interactions in teaching and caregiving.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Describe key aspects of physical, cognitive, social and emotional and language development through conception to five years;
2. Explain young children's behaviours and development according to different theories; and
3. Present knowledge and ideas about children's development effectively with parents, colleagues and health professionals.

Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - be self-aware

Prerequisites

Must be enrolled in EDB001 Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Birth to Five) OR 326JA Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

None.

Equivalent units

10174 Development in Early Childhood Education

Assumed knowledge

None.