Course description

Building on principles covered in Child Development I, this course will extend the continuum of development from middle childhood to adolescence. The Apprentice will identify the principles and theories of development and explain how genetic, cultural and environmental factors impact middle childhood and adolescence. Comparing research on middle childhood and adolescence, they will explain how research informs practice in everyday settings. In addition, they will examine pedagogical documentation and demonstrate relevant tools and strategies to support documentation and portfolios.

Course details

Hours: 42
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

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Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Winter 2025 registration opens November 4, 2024. Spring 2025 registration opens March 17, 2025.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery