ECE210 - Child Development 2

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:

(B, G, W)

Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value:0.125
Unit chair:N Downes
Prerequisite:

ECE110.

 

Must have passed 5 credit points at level 1 for students enrolled in course E330 only.

Corequisite:

Students must be enrolled in course E330

Contact hours:

3 hours per week

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit will investigate the similarities and differences in childhood development. It will focus on individuals with physical, cognitive, or emotional differences and abilities. It will examine differences created by social structures such as family, class, gender, and culture.

 

The unit will also examine learning theories and their application to teaching context birth – 12 years. Approaches to catering for children with different developmental needs will be provided for critical reflection and discussion. Major theoretical perspectives and current debates related to development will be examined.

Assessment

Task 1: Developmental Autobiography, 60%, 2400 words

Task 2: Focus Report, 40%, 1600 words

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$733$587$2299$2449

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.