ELED 6101:  Theories of Human Development

The course is designed for experienced elementary teachers whose certification requires integrated knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate instruction, and professional roles of school based staff.   M. Ed. students examine theories and paradigms in child development, conceptual relationships between education and developmental paradigms, the concept of developmental "needs," and the roles and responsibilities of school staff for meeting children's developmental needs.

Course Resources

Syllabus

Erikson Notes

Evolution Primer

Bandura Notes

Piaget & Constructivism