Child Growth and Development

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Prerequisite: None ^ This course provides an overview of the theory and principles of human growth and development from conception through adolescence. Content includes an in-depth study of the interrelatedness of physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of development. Development is studied in the context of family, gender, culture, language, ability, socioeconomics, diversity, and society. Special emphasis will be on the theories of Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, and Gardner. (1.2) IAI Major: ECE 912 Proficiency Credit Not Available Pass/No Credit Available NOTE: Encompassing prenatal through age eight and may include pre-adolescents.