Child & Adolescent Development FE I (EDUC 201)

Term: 2021-2022 Spring Term

Faculty

Marie A Leahy SSJShow MyInfo popup for Marie A Leahy SSJ

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Laurie L. BorgerShow MyInfo popup for Laurie L. Borger

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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM (1/24/2022 - 5/18/2022) Location: MAIN MH 324

Description

Presents future teachers with the study of child development into adolescence and young adulthood. Students will learn about all aspects of child and adolescent development: physical, emotional, social, cognitive, and cultural. The course goals, components, topics, and assignments are designed to promote pre-service teachers’ awareness of and sensitivity to the many factors that influence individual development including identity development. The course presents theories of child and adolescent development. Particular emphasis is placed on the aspects of healthy psychological child development which are relevant in teaching and learning. Stage I field experiences are embedded in this course and are linked to PDE field competencies. Evidence of field competencies are demonstrated in unit and lesson planning, and reflected through initial portfolio development. Students must have current PA clearances on the first day of class. Core: Social Sciences requirement.