9/14/2025 10:34:53 PM	CHLD 110.2 Course Outline as of Fall 2026	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  CHLD 110.2	Title:  DEV TRENDS/CHLD 3-5
Full Title:  Developmental Trends in the Child Age 3-5 Years
Last Reviewed:9/8/2025

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	1.50	Lecture Scheduled	1.50		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	26.25
Minimum	1.50	Lab Scheduled	0		6 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	1.50			Contact Total	26.25
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  52.50

Total Student Learning Hours: 78.75

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As: 
Formerly:  CHILD110.2

Catalog Description:

In this course students will study the sequence of growth and development (physical, cognitive, psychosocial) of children ages 3-5, with an emphasis on practical applications and the adult role in supporting optimal growth in a variety of contexts. Students will conduct a series of child observations as a tool to study the characteristics of development in this age group.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL C1000 or EMLS 10 or equivalent

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

In this course students will study the sequence of growth and development (physical, cognitive, psychosocial) of children ages 3-5, with an emphasis on practical applications and the adult role in supporting optimal growth in a variety of contexts. Students will conduct a series of child observations as a tool to study the characteristics of development in this age group.

(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL C1000 or EMLS 10 or equivalent
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Define developmental milestones for children ages 3-5 in the areas of physical, psychosocial and cognitive development.

2. Examine and evaluate appropriate strategies for working with children ages 3-5.

 

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Define key terms relating to physical, cognitive and psychosocial development of children ages 3-5.

2. Describe typical developmental expectations for children ages 3-5.

3. Describe factors that influence variations in developmental skills, including culture, societal influences, family influences, physical and intellectual disabilities for children ages 3-5 in a variety of contexts.

4. Use observational skills to evaluate the growth and development of children ages 3-5.

Topics and Scope

I. Domains of Development

    A. Physical and motor development

    B. Cognitive and language development

    C. Psychosocial development

II.  Characteristics of Development of Children ages 3-5

III. Role of Play in the Development of Children ages 3-5

IV. The Role of the Adult in Supporting Optimal Growth and Development

V.  Introduction to Naturalistic Observation Methods

    A. Role of family

    B. Role of societal norms and expectations

    C. Role of caregivers

    D. Prevention of child maltreatment

    E. Developmental differences and special needs

VI. Introduction to Observation Methods

    A. Running records

    B. Anecdotal records

Assignments:

1. Reading assignments of approximately 20-30 pages per week

2. Writing assignments, such as:

    a. Written responses to reading and class discussions (Weekly papers of approximately 750 words)

    b. Written report(s) of observation conducted in group care setting (1-4 papers of approximately 1500 words)

    c. Research paper, term paper, or interview report that integrates theory and practice  (one paper of approximately 2000 words)

    d. Write report(s) based on naturalistic observations that integrate theory from lecture (1-4 papers of approximately 1500 words)

3. Conduct naturalistic observation(s) of children ages 3-5 using anecdotal and/or running record format

4. Exams, such as:

    a. Quiz(zes) (1-5)

    b. Midterm and/or Final Exam

5. Participation in class discussions and online activities

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 50 - 60%
Written assignments
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 10 - 20%
Naturalistic Observation(s)
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 20 - 30%
Exam(s)
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 10 - 15%
Attendance, participation, class discussions, online activities

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Child Development for Early Years Students and Practitioners. Sally Neaum, Learning Matters and Sage Press. 2022. (classic).

Instructor prepared materials

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