CD 124 — Infant and Toddler Development
Study of infants and toddlers, ages 0-3, focusing on the development of the brain, social-emotional, cognitive, language, and motor domains including variations due to linguistic, cultural, socioeconomic, and special needs. Emphasis is on development as it relates to care in a group setting. Theories and current issues related to group care and developmentally appropriate methods of guidance and socialization are examined. Focuses on the importance of the cultural context as it relates to meeting individual needs and building positive relationships with both child and family. (CSU)