Child Cognitive Development and Learning

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Overview

Subject area

EDD

Catalog Number

609

Course Title

Child Cognitive Development and Learning

Department(s)

Description

3 hours; 3 credits. Examination of the main concepts and principles of teaching/learning that stem from modern psychological theories of cognitive development. Students will analyze and critically evaluate different theoretical frameworks (constructivist, sociocultural, and information processing theory). Using group and class discussions and other interactive formats, students will learn how the ideas of developmental psychology can be integrated into their classroom teaching. A fieldwork component of ten (10) hours is included. Not open for students who have taken EDE 260 or its equivalent.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

019708

Course Schedule