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CLD 307

Cognitive Development

This course explores the development of young children's thinking and learning. A critical analysis of cognitive theory and research and their relevancy to instructional practice will provide students with an in-depth understanding of early thinking and learning processes. The role of the professional in early learning contexts and the guidance of children's cognitive growth will be examined. Topics of discussion include the development of attention, memory, symbolic representation, reasoning, problem solving, social cognition, cultural perspectives and individual differences.
Weekly Contact: Lecture: 3 hrs.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1

Prerequisites

(CLD 103, PSY 102, CLD 262) or Direct Entry or in Language and Intercultural Relations Program

Co-Requisites

None

Antirequisites

None

Custom Requisites

None

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