University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 2 | Credits: 10

Learning Outcomes
  1. In-depth knowledge of the patterns of holistic development of children from 2 ½ years and older
  2. Awareness of the overall holistic needs in the older child
  3. In-depth knowledge and understanding child development theories in relation to pre-school and school aged children
  4. In-depth knowledge of atypical development in children (2.5-8) including atypical development with a later onset
  5. Ability to carry out and record in-depth observations of children (2.5-8)
  6. Ability to use recorded observations and reflection on practice to develop long-term and short-term objectives and plans for the holistic development of individual children
  7. Ability to plan a child-centred environment drawing on and integrating a wide variety of ECCE skills and knowledge
  8. Describe the value of play based programmes for children of all ages and developmental stages
  9. Ability to communicate and demonstrate the links between ECCE theory and practice
  10. In-depth understanding of the role of adults in supporting the holistic development of children, particularly within childcare settings
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module ECS203: "Psychology: The Developing Child 2" and is valid from 2014 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.