CHD31400 - Child Cognitive Development

(3 units)

The course will begin with discussions of theoretical frameworks for studying cognitive development, including constructivist, sociocultural, and information processing theories. The second part of the course will focus on specific areas of cognitive development, including memory and problem-solving. The final part of the course will cover the development of academic skills, such as scientific reasoning, reading, and mathematics, as well as issues related to learning inside and outside of the classroom. Assignments include both a systematic observation of children and a course project demonstrating competence in the course objectives.