This course provides the opportunity to apply observation techniques to early childhood practice. It requires the use of specific observation tools, including DRDP, to observe children's development and their interactions with adults, children, materials, and activities. The use of findings to inform and plan learning environments and experiences are emphasized. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools will be discussed, along with strategies for collaboration with families and professionals. Students will complete between twenty-four (24) hours and twenty-six (26) hours of observation and lab assignments at the Orfalea Child Development Center at Ventura College or at a designated child development center with a master teacher or qualified master teacher that has been approved by the instructor. Field trips may be required. Corequisites: CD V04. Recommended Prep: CD V02 and ENGL V02 or ENGL V06A. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: CD V64A.

This course examines the progression of development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identifies the major developmental milestones of children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. Physical, psychosocial, and cognitive development are studied, with an emphasis on the interactions between biological processes and environmental factors including language, culture, and diversity. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theory. Recommended Prep: ENGL V01A. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU;UC credit limitations - see counselor.

This course examines the progression of development in the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains and identifies the major developmental milestones of children, both typical and atypical, from conception through adolescence. Physical, psychosocial, and cognitive development are studied, with an emphasis on the interactions between biological processes and environmental factors including language, culture, and diversity. Students will observe children, evaluate individual differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various stages according to developmental theory. Recommended Prep: ENGL V01A. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU;UC credit limitations - see counselor.