STARK STATE COLLEGE GENERAL SYLLABUS

Course Information

Course Name: Child Development

Course Number: EDU131

Required Materials

Textbook(s): Marotz, L.R. & Allen, K.E. (2023). Developmental Profiles: Pre-Birth Through Adolescence. 9th edition, Cengage, California. This text is via Instant Access. No physical book required

Required Readings: None

Additional Materials: Additional items will be available in Brightspace for download. Please note that this course contains audio and video items. Students needing accommodations for these items should contact Disability Support Services early in the semester. Microsoft Office products (including Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint) are needed for several assignments. Campus computers are equipped with these programs and most of these programs are available for download by the students for their convenience. In addition, reliable internet access will be needed to participate in this course.

Course Outline/Calendar

The date of coverage and order of coverage may be modified based on the faculty member and events beyond the control of faculty members that interfere with class times and teaching.

16 Week Calendar

WeekChapter/Topic/Lab
1Course Welcome; Chapter 1: Child Development Theories & Data GatheringDiscussion Week 1Chapter 1 Quiz
2Chapter 1, Theorists continued: In depth look at specific theorists.Discussion Week 2Theorist Presentation
3Chapter 2: Principles of Growth and DevelopmentDiscussion Week 3Chapter 2 Quiz
4Chapter 3: Prenatal DevelopmentDiscussion Week 4Chapter 3 QuizPregnancy Myth Research