HEC 226 Child Development is an 11-week general education course which explores human development from conception through adolescence. This course is delivered fully online through asynchronous learning. Student learning takes place on D2L Brightspace.
Child Development provides an overview of the ages and stages of development as they relate to social context, environment and biology. By analyzing the relationship between these factors, students will gain awareness of their own development and the developmental experiences of children across their lifespan. The intersectionality of race, culture, social class, ability, and gender will be examined through the principles of equity, inclusion and social justice. This examination will provide students with foundational knowledge and skills to become leaders and advocates in their careers and community.
Included in this course are an Instructor Guide, Course Map, Syllabus, three major assignments with rubrics and samples.
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Attribution and Licensing:
Creator: Curated and Designed by Christina Belli (Portland Community College)
Published: 03/05/2025
Relevance: Course based on HEC 226: Child Development at Portland Community College
Level: Undergraduate
License: CC BY-NC-SA.
Identify the specific stages of development from birth through 6 years old.
Identify the specific stages of development of middle childhood through adolescence.
Examine the cultural and environmental factors that influence a child's development from conception to adolescence.
Compare and contrast theories of development in relation to research and cultural bias.
Analyze how systems of privilege and oppression influence caregivers, children, and the developmental process.
Evaluate the major concepts as they relate to the case studies and apply knowledge to work with children and families.