General Information

• Name: Activities in Physical Development in Young Children
• Discipline: Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Units (Credits): 1
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Introduces activities and equipment for enhancing gross motor development of the preschool child.

II: Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

• Identify stages of motor development in young children.
• Observe young children to assess motor development.
• Plan appropriate activities to enhance motor skills of the young child.
• Demonstrate implementation of developmentally appropriate movement lessons for the young child.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course is designed to allow students to meet the program outcome of knowing the subject matter appropriate to Early Childhood Education. Students will also:
• Recognize and organize a physical environment that supports age appropriate development in young children.
• Plan and implement activities that meet the physical needs of children in an early care and education setting.
• Develop strategies for maintaining a safe and healthy child care environment.
• Organize and implement developmentally appropriate environments and curriculum for young children.

Linkage to General Education Mission and Outcomes
Students who complete this course are expected to demonstrate they:

Communication
• Have college-level skills in reading, writing and oral communication appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.

Community Commitment
• Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.