Unit 6 – The Influence of Society and Culture on Child Development (3 weeks/9 hours)

 

Unit 6 – The Influence of Society and Culture on Child Development (3 weeks/9 hours)

 

Child development is influenced by families, society, schools, and teachers influence child development.  Students will reflect on major concepts of child development and their implications for teaching and learning.  The role of the teacher will be considered.

 

 

 

 

Week 14:

 

The family in child socialization

Partnering with families

Role of community and society

 

Week 15:

 

Inclusion and gender balance

The school and learning environment

Role of the teacher in child development

 

Week 16:

 

Teacher’s influence on student motivation

Schools, families and communities as partners in child development

Reflection and review