ECE 220 Child Growth and Development (ECE 220)
Issued by
Penn Foster
The course objective is to present a variety of theoretical viewpoints to provide students with a well-balanced view of a child's developmental process. Current studies and research provide students with an understanding of the principal topics of child psychology as well as recent trends in socially relevant problem areas.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
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Skills
Earning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include quizzes, examinations, written papers, and discussion boards with a minimum passing score of 70 percent.
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The methods of instruction include discussion, computer-based training, study units, textbook, and an optional open office hour session. The general course topics include theory and research in child development; foundations of development; cognitive and language development; personality and social development; and contexts for development.