Child Development 1
Child Development 1 students will be introduced to the study of young children and early childhood education. Students will begin to understand the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development from conception to age 5. Students will use these skills to promote the well-being and healthy development of children in the preschool classroom (the preschool classroom is located in the high school). They will also investigate careers related to the care and education of children.
We will be directly involved with the students in the preschool classroom. Students are in groups rotating throughout the room. Each group has its distinct responsibilities such as lesson planning, teaching, prepping and planning for the next day of teaching, observing students and documentation, and completing required assignments furthering their knowledge of child development.
Grading:
Assessments: 70% This is includes lesson plans and all the is involved with lesson planning including but not limited to managing behavior, participating, extending the learning, and time management. This also includes tests.
Assignments: 30% This includes research, required reading, and working in small groups with peers.