EED503 Learning and Development K-6 (8)

This subject introduces you to the field of child development theory and research. Major theoretical perspectives of development including cognitive, constructivist, behavioural and ecological theories will be explained and applied to educational contexts. Major theories of children's physical, socio-emotional and cognitive development during the primary school years are introduced. Child development theories and contemporary research are applied in understanding individual identity, individual differences, and the role of agency in development and learning. The implications of theoretical and research-based evidence for pedagogical practice are considered.
Observational and other data-gathering techniques will be applied in an authentic case-study relating to a developmental theory or issue, and findings considered in relation to theory and contemporary child development research. The implications for pedagogical practice based on these understandings and findings will be drawn. Mastery of the subject content will be assessed in a final exam.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
Online
Bathurst Campus
Session 2 (60)
Online
Bathurst Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EED503. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Teacher Education

Enrolment Restrictions

This subject is not available to students who have completed subject EED409.

Subject Relationships

EED409 Enrolment Restriction

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to apply child development research and learning theory to the primary context;
  • be able to describe the major physical, socio-emotional and cognitive changes that occur during the primary school years;
  • be able to discuss the role of families and peers in adolescent development;
  • be able to develop a communication plan for parents/carers with strategies for how family, culture and community can support primary students' learning;
  • be able to differentiate appropriate strategies for primary students from diverse backgrounds; and
  • be able to examine how child development and learning theory apply to effective pedagogical practice.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

  • The Field And Study of Child Development
  • Biological and Physical Development
  • Theories of Cognitive Development and Learning
  • Psychosocial Development: Self and Identity
  • Contexts of Development

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of EED503 in Session 1 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Children's cognitive development part a
5
2
Children's cognitve development part b
15
3
Essay discussion
40
4
Final examination
40

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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