Introduction to Child Development (0-11 years)

This module focuses on the main theories of child development. These explore the physical, psycho-social and cognitive development of children from 0 to 11 years old. This knowledge is useful since it allows professional LSEs to recognise any ‘gaps’ between 'normal' and 'delayed' development. With this information in hand, the LSE can adapt activities according to the child’s capabilities.


Topics
 

1. Principles of child development

2. Physical development in children (0-11yrs)

3. Cognitive development in children (0-11yrs)

4. Socio-Emotional development in children (0-11yrs)

5. Assessment of the child’s educational needs according to their development

Overall competences


​During this module, our students will:

1. Identify the main principles of children’s physical, psycho-social, emotional and cognitive development.

2. Recognise the developmental needs of children with special needs.

3. Learn how to implement inclusivity in the classroom

4. Learn how to create handouts and activities according to the child’s developmental needs.