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Module Objectives
In this module, you will:
- Identify the characteristics of growth and development
- Brainstorm how infant teachers can support infant learning
- Write the Reflections on Respect Paper
Activity #1: Infant Development
Read Gillespie & Adams (2014) and watch Principles of Growth and Development. Complete this handout as you read & watch. Submit the completed handout on Blackboard (under ‘Assignments’ in ‘Module 2: Overview of Development Readings & Video Handout’)
Link to Gillespie & Adams (2014)
Gillespie & Adams (2014)
Watch Principles of Growth and Development (stop at the 11:00 minute mark)
Activity #2: Self-Reflection
At Week 8 and Week 16 of the semester you will monitor your progress towards achieving your goals. Your learning, growth and progress towards achieving your goals will help to determine your grade for ECE 209. To monitor your progress towards meeting you goals, answer the questions below at the end of each module to document your progress over the semester.
- What did you learn in this week’s modules for ECE 209-Lecture and Seminar that connects to your goals?
- Information/ knowledge
- Skills
- Insights (connections you made or “ah-ha’s” you had about the material)
- How will the material from these modules help and support you to meet your goals?
