Module 2: Child Development and Learning
Topics:
Overview of cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in school-age children (ages 5-12)
Theories of learning and development (Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson)
Developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) in out-of-school time programs
Impact of extracurricular activities on developmental outcomes
Key Readings:
Practical Application: Observation of children’s behavior in out-of-school time settings.
Reflective Essay #2 In a 3-5 paragraph essay speak to the importance of having developmentally appropriate opportunities for each child embedded into your daily schedule of activities, that includes those with special needs, providing students with the opportunity to explore, experiment, investigate, and play with hands-on experiences and concrete materials related to mathematics, science, and social studies.