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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit examines child and adolescent development across the domains of language; social and emotional; physical and cognitive development. Students study current learning theories and their relevance to an effective understanding of development and education. The structure and purpose of educational settings from pre-primary to year 10 is analysed with consideration of students' family, culture, social support and diverse learning experiences at the forefront of discussion. Implications for education assistants are highlighted with a focus on the provision of effective and engaging learning activities to suit all children and adolescents at a level developmentally appropriate to the individual.
Must have passed or be enrolled in EAP0201.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 1 hour lecture | 13 x 1 hour lecture | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour lecture | 13 x 1 hour lecture | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Lectures, workshops, collaborative learning tasks, videos, demonstrations and practical learning activities.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Observational Records | 40% |
| Report | Child Development Report | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Observational Records | 40% |
| Report | Child Development Report | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit examines child and adolescent development across the domains of language; social and emotional; physical and cognitive development. Students study current learning theories and their relevance to an effective understanding of development and education. The structure and purpose of educational settings from pre-primary to year 10 is analysed with consideration of students' family, culture, social support and diverse learning experiences at the forefront of discussion. Implications for education assistants are highlighted with a focus on the provision of effective and engaging learning activities to suit all children and adolescents at a level developmentally appropriate to the individual.
Must have passed or be enrolled in EAP0221.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 13 x 1 hour lecture | 13 x 1 hour lecture | Not Offered |
| Semester 1 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 1 hour lecture | 13 x 1 hour lecture | Not Offered |
| Semester 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Students will engage in learning experiences through ECU Blackboard as well as additional ECU learning technologies.
Lectures, workshops, collaborative learning tasks, videos, demonstrations and practical learning activities.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Observational Records | 40% |
| Report | Child Development Report | 60% |
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Case Study | Observational Records | 40% |
| Report | Child Development Report | 60% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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