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Child Development
Career and Technical Education, Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE)
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Child Development introduces students to the essential concepts and skills needed to work effectively with children and families. This course focuses on the growth and development of children from birth through adolescence in the four domains of development (physical, social, intellectual, and emotional) and invites students to explore the challenges and opportunities that arise when dealing with children throughout infancy and childhood.
Describe the stages of physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of children of various agesExplain how various factors influence the growth and development of children throughout infancy, childhoodExplain the contributions of child development theorists to the study of children and familiesDescribe the stages of prenatal development, labor, and birthIdentify and describe physical and emotional needs of the mother and newborn childResearch and report on possible birth defects including types, causes, prevention, and treatmentSummarize physical development milestones from birth through adolescenceResearch and report on current studies in brain development and early learningIdentify brain structures and explain their functions in learningCompare and contrast teaching and learning methods for preschool, elementary, and secondary levelsCreate developmentally appropriate learning activities for children and adolescents of various agesOutline ways to help children deal with stress and family crises throughout multiple stages of developmentExplain the importance of consistency when guiding childrenGather, evaluate, and share information on the impacts of social and family structures on emotional developmentSelect developmentally appropriate books that encourage positive self-concept and emotional growth for childrenResearch and report on the importance of developing a personal identity in adolescenceIdentify and describe key milestones in social development, including parallel play, social interactionDesign a learning space that incorporates materials and arranges furnishings to encourage positive social interactionsDetermine dietary needs for infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents based on USDA guidelinesPrepare nutritious meals and snacks that meet current USDA dietary guidelines for infants, toddlers, childrenDemonstrate sanitation and food safety practices for childcare and educational settingsOutline and explain ways to meet health and safety needs in the childcare and educational environmentDemonstrate procedures for managing emergency situations, caring for childrenIdentify the signs of child abuse and neglect and explain the procedures for reporting suspected abuse or neglect