ELC 216 - Perspectives on Child Growth and Development 2

Credits: 3 Total Hours: 45

Restricted to students in Early Learning and Care
Students will examine theories and perspectives that explain human growth and development from early childhood to adolescence. Emphasis is placed on using critical thinking skills in examining the different approaches to understanding children’s behaviour, thinking and growth. Students will continue to explore Indigenous knowledge, including the impact of residential schools and ongoing colonization to expand their understanding of differing approaches and understanding of growth and development. Socio-cultural theories are looked at to understand the influences of family and community.

Prerequisites
All of:

C+ in ELC 110