ETLC 541/GSAS 541 TL: Child and Adolescent Growth and Development
Format: Online
Course Description: Covers the physical, cognitive, cultural, social/emotional, spiritual, and psychological development of children and adolescents with an emphasis on knowing and understanding theories of human development to incorporate children’s individual differences and guide learning experiences. Considers individual differences (socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, physical and mental) with the approximate timing and effects of age-related changes and at-risk factors such as attention deficit disorder, substance abuse, child abuse and family disruptions on normal development. Children are studied in the context of family, culture and community. Emphasizes the importance of partnership with families and communities in the teaching and learning process. Cross-listed with UED 441.
Credits: 3 credits
Contact Information:
Molly Waters
Coordinator of Professional Development
Regent University
School of Education
757-352-4398
888-713-1595
mollree@regent.edu
