Courses & Units
Growth and Motor Development Across the Lifespan EDU104
Introduction
This introductory unit prepares educators from a variety of disciplines to meet the maturational needs of diverse learners by providing a foundational base of knowledge regarding physical and cognitive development from conception through adulthood, with an emphasis on early childhood and childhood. Teaching all children the benefits of lifelong physical activity participation through the use of developmentally appropriate assessment and programming strategies is the primary focus of this unit.
Summary
| Unit name | Growth and Motor Development Across the Lifespan |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EDU104 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Scott Pedersen |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Summer school | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| Summer school | 2/1/2024 | 15/1/2024 | 30/1/2024 | 25/2/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain your understanding of motor development theory and its application to instructional settings.
- Exhibit an understanding of phase development through movement and the factors that influence changes in developing humans.
- Express how movement can facilitate cognitive learning experiences and intellectual development.
- Foster a greater depth of knowledge of the education field by engaging with the peer-reviewed literature.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 070105 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $2,324.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Discussion Posts (22%)|Test (24%)|Test (54%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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