Early Childhood Ages + Stages: The Science Behind Child + Youth Development

Identify key developmental milestones for children and adolescents, explore major theories that relate to the study of human development, and understand how child development relates to learning and development.

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Course Overview 2 Topics

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Connecting With Your WHY

Baseline Knowledge Check

Definitions and Context: Ages and Stages

The Role of Our Environment on Development

The Phases of Childhood Development 5 Topics | 1 Check-in

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Birth to Five (Ages 0-5)

Early Childhood (Ages 6-8)

Middle Childhood (Ages 9-11)

Young and Mid Teens (Ages 12-14)

Middle and Older Teens (Ages 15-19)

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Reflection: Make a Plan

Definitions and Context: Learning Theories

Behaviorism

Cognitivism

Constructivism 1 Check-in

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Modern Theories: Humanism + The Montessori Method

Modern Theories: Critical Pedagogy 2 Topics

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Reflection

Let’s Take a Breath Break

Developmentally Appropriate Practice

Developmentally Appropriate Activity Design

Developmentally Appropriate Behavior Management 1 Topic | 1 Check-in

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Tips to Try: Behavior Management

Knowledge Check

Continuous Learning—Reflection + Resource Guide

Closing Reflections & Change Up Challenge

Post-Course Knowledge Assessment & Feedback Survey

Certificate of Completion

Early Childhood Ages + Stages: The Science Behind Child + Youth Development

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