GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS

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1 GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS Rationale Studying child development helps you to understand yourself who you are today is a result of the child you once were. You can gain insight into your own growth, development and values. By studying children, parents know their child s needs at each stage of Research describes the positive effect knowledge of children s needs and development has on reducing the incidence of child abuse and neglect. Adults with child-related careers also benefit from an understanding of child FACS Standards/Competencies 12.1 Analyze principles of human growth and development across the life span Analyze physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual Analyze interrelationships among physical, emotional, social, and intellectual aspects of human growth and Analyze current and emerging research about human growth and development, including research on brain 12.2 Analyze conditions that influence human growth and Analyze the effect of heredity and environment on human growth and Analyze the impact of social, economic, and technological forces on individual growth and Analyze the effects of gender, ethnicity, and culture on individual Analyze the effects of life events on individuals physical, intellectual, social, moral, and emotional Analyze geographic, political, and global influences on human growth and UNIT 1: CHILDREN IN TODAY S WORLD Formative Assessments (To be determined by teachers/teams) Options include, but are not limited to: Then and Now interview Activity sheets Discussions Nature vs. Nurture Literature circle work Text questions Parenting style posters Child observation Journal entries Learning about Children 1. List reasons for learning about children. Research report on theorists 2. Define the term child 3. Summarize the six stages of individual life cycle that involve children. 4. Describe three factors that promote growth and 5. Explain how brain development occurs. 6. Identify differences in the rate of growth and 7. Explain and give examples of some major principles and theories of growth and Speakers 8. Develop observation skills. Families Today 1. Describe changes affecting families today. 2. Explain the role of families in today s society. 3. List the main advantages and disadvantages of living different types of families. 4. Explain changes that take place during the family life cycle. Textbook/student resources Vocab lists Then and Now interview sheet History of Parenting Practices Video Written study guide Magic of Everyday Moments Brain Wonders Video/discussion 1

2 FACS Standards/Competencies 12.3 Analyze strategies that promote growth and development across the life span Analyze the role of nurturance on human growth and Analyze the role of family and social services support systems in meeting human growth and development needs. 6.1 Analyze the effects of family as a system on individuals and society Analyze family as the basic unit of society Analyze the role of family in transmitting societal expectations. 6.2 Evaluate the effects of diverse perspectives, needs, and characteristics of individual and families Demonstrate awareness of multiple diversities and their effects on individuals, families, and society. GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 1: CHILDREN IN TODAY S WORLD (continued) 5. Describe the major roles of parents. 6. Define three parenting styles. 7. List characteristics of healthy families. 8. Describe ways that culture influences the family. Preparing for Parenting 1. Explain why parenting is more difficult than other jobs. 2. Analyze some of the motivations for and against parenthood. 3. Identify factors to consider before becoming a parent. 4. Describe effects of family planning. 5. Explain physical and psychological problems of infertility. 6. Describe fertility methods. 4.1 Analyze career paths within early childhood, education, and related services Analyze opportunities for employment and entrepreneurial endeavors. 4.2 Analyze developmentally appropriate practices to plan for early childhood, education and services Analyze child development theories and their implications for educational and childcare practices Analyze roles and responsibilities of parenting Analyze expectations and responsibilities of parenting Explain cultural differences in roles and responsibilities of parenting. Concerns of Children and Families 1. Describe how parental employment affects children. 2. Point out problems single parents and teen parents face. 3. Describe ways to protect children from neglect and abuse. 4. List resources available for helping children in crises. Independent project researching issue of child abuse, neglect, and prevention with focus on MN statistics Child Called It literary circle group discussion 2

3 FACS Standards/Competencies 15.4 Analyze physical and emotional factors related to beginning the parenting process Analyze implications of alternatives to biological parenthood Analyze legal and ethical impacts of current and emerging technology on fertility and family planning. Reading Benchmarks --Cite specific textual visual or physical evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, attending to such features as the date and origin of the information. ( ) --Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of how key events or ideas develop over the course of the text. ( ) --Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in content area text. ( ) --By the end of grade 10 (12), read and comprehend content area texts in the grades 9-10 (11-12) text complexity band independently and proficiently. ( ; ) --Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media (e.g., visually, quantitatively, spatially, aurally, physically as well as in words) in order to address a question or solve a problem. ( ) GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 1: CHILDREN IN TODAY S WORLD (continued) Writing Benchmarks --Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize ideas from multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. ( ; ) --Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative data, print (e.g., artifacts, objects, images), and digital sources, using advance searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the specific task, purpose, and audience; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source and following a standard format for citation. ( ; ) 3

4 GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS Rationale A child s potential begins at conception and continues through the course of pregnancy. Choices parents make will impact the child. Studying prenatal and newborn development will allow students to make informed choices. FACS Standards/Competencies 12.1 Analyze principles of human growth and development across the life span Analyze physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual Analyze interrelationships among physical, emotional, social, and intellectual aspects of human growth and Analyze current and emerging research about human growth and development, including research on brain 12.2 Analyze conditions that influence human growth and Analyze the effect of heredity and environment on human growth and Analyze the effects of gender, ethnicity, and culture on individual (MN American Indians-Broken Cord - Reading Benchmark ) Analyze the effects of life events on individuals physical intellectual, social, moral, and emotional 12.3 Analyze strategies that promote growth and development across the life span Analyze the role of nurturance on human growth and Analyze the role of communication on human growth and UNIT 2: PRENATAL AND NEWBORN DEVELOPMENT Formative Assessments (To be determined by teachers/teams) Options include, but are not limited to: Text questions/notes Summary of parenting panel Discussions-Broken Cord Journal entries Parenting checklists Pregnancy Textbook/student resources Vocab lists 1. Describe what happens during Empathy belly conception Empathy Belly analysis paper or 2. Explain how genetic factors affect Healthy Pregnancy Manual. Parenting panel prenatal development 3. Describe how a person inherits traits March of Dimes through genes. 4. List the three different types of multiple Public Health Fact Sheets on pregnancies. STIs 5. Describe the three main stages of prenatal In The Womb DVD Prenatal Care 1. Describe the early signs of pregnancy. 2. Explain the role of the environment on prenatal 3. Explain the relationship between the health of the mother and the health of the baby. 4. Describe how diseases, drugs, radiation, environmental pollutants, and congenital problems can harm the fetus. Chart cause of birth defects (genetic or environmental or combination of both) Baby Think It Over Broken Cord movie 4

5 FACS Standards/Competencies Analyze the role of family and social services support systems in meeting human growth and developmental needs Evaluate parenting practices that maximize human growth and development Choose nurturing practices that support human growth and Apply communication strategies that promote positive self-esteem in family members Analyze physical and emotional factors related to beginning the parenting process Analyze biological processes related to prenatal development, birth, and health of child and mother Analyze the emotional factors of prenatal development and birth in relation to the health of parents and child. Reading Benchmarks --Cite specific textual visual or physical evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, attending to such features as the date and origin of the information. ( ) --Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of how key events or ideas develop over the course of the text. ( ) --Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in content area text. ( ) --By the end of grade 10 (12), read and comprehend content area texts in the grades 9-10 (11-12) text complexity band independently and proficiently. ( ; ) GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 2: PRENATAL AND NEWBORN DEVELOPMENT (continued) Childbirth 1. List ways family members can be involved during pregnancy. 2. Describe the birth process and some of the possible complications of delivery. 3. Describe physical and emotional changes in the mother during the postpartum period. Newborn 1. Give examples of medical care and tests newborns receive at birth. 2. Describe the characteristics of a newborn. 3. Identify a newborn s physical, intellectual, and social-emotional needs. 4. Explain how parents of newborns can meet their own needs. Writing Benchmarks --Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to discipline, task, purpose, and audience. ( ; ) Vocabulary Test Baby Think It Over analysis or Newborn Care Manual Delivery DVD Cesarean Section PowerPoint 5

6 GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS Rationale Growth and development during the first year are the most rapid of any time in life. How the brain takes shape in a baby s first year of life has profound effects on the baby s life. A baby s nutritional needs need to be met to fuel all the physical and brain growth and development taking place. A caregiver who is competent and confident in carrying out basic care routines can enjoy the baby and contribute to the baby s appreciation and enjoyment of the world. FACS Standards/Competencies 12.1 Analyze principles of human growth and development across the life span Analyze physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual Analyze interrelationships among physical, emotional, social and intellectual aspects of human growth and Analyze current and emerging research about human growth and development, including research on brain 12.2 Analyze conditions that influence human growth and Analyze the effect of heredity and environment on human growth and Analyze the impact of social, economic, and technological forces on individual growth and Analyze the effects of life events on individuals physical, intellectual, social, moral, and emotional 12.3 Analyze strategies that promote growth and development across the life span Analyze the role of nurturance on human growth and Analyze the role of communication on human growth and UNIT 3: INFANTS Formative Assessments (To be determined by teachers/teams) Options include, but are not limited to: Evaluate a toy for developmental appropriateness Discussions-reading, videos Journal entries Experiential activities Text questions Observation Substrand/Standard Curriculum Benchmark/Teaching Strategies Summative Assessments Resources Physical Development Textbook/student resources 1. Describe how an infant develops MN Early Childhood Indicators physically during the first year. of Progress Birth-3 Year Olds 2. Describe the order in which an infant s motor skills develop. Intellectual Development 1. Describe how and what infants learn. 2. Explain how infants express what they know through language. 3. Identify the order in which infants learn. 4. Identify stages of aesthetic/creative development in infants. Social-Emotional Development 1. Identify temperamental differences in babies. 2. Identify influences of temperament on development 3. Describe the infant s major first-year social tasks. 4. Explain the roots of four emotions-love, fear, anxiety, and anger. Vocabulary lists Magic of Everyday Moments Literacy Skills video The Roots of Reading Start at Birth Power of Play video Building Skills While Having Fun 6

7 FACS Standards/Competencies Analyze the role of family and social services support systems in meeting human growth and development needs. 4.2 Analyze developmentally appropriate practices to plan for early childhood, education, and services Analyze strategies that promote children s growth and 15.2 Evaluate parenting practices that maximize human growth and Choose nurturing practices that support human growth and Apply communication strategies that promote positive self-esteem in family members Apply criteria for selecting care and services for children. Reading Benchmarks --Cite specific textual visual or physical evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, attending to such features as the date and origin of the information. ( ) --Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of how key events or ideas develop over the course of the text. ( ) --Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in content area text. ( ) --By the end of grade 10 (12), read and comprehend content area texts in the grades 9-10 (11-12) text complexity band independently and proficiently. ( ; ) GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 3: INFANTS (continued) Providing for Infant s Developmental Needs 1. Plan ways to meet the developmental needs of babies in their first year. 2. Demonstrate skill that meets babies physical needs. 3. Stimulate babies mental 4. Enhance babies growing awareness of themselves. (identity, gender, moral, cultural identity, sexual development) Writing Benchmarks --Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to discipline, task, purpose, and audience. ( ; ) Design developmentally appropriate learning activities manual. 7

8 GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS Rationale Transition from babyhood to childhood is dramatic. One year olds are very dependent on others. By age three, a child is becoming more independent and can do many selfhelp tasks. By third year, they are beginning to control emotions and express them in more socially acceptable ways. Social-emotional development depends upon brain development and personal experiences. Caregivers have a major effect either positive or negative on a child s learning. Developing skills and understanding of this stage of life will lead to more positive effects than negative. FACS Standards/Competencies 12.1 Analyze principles of human growth and development across the life span Analyze physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual Analyze interrelationships among physical, emotional, social and intellectual aspects of human growth and Analyze current and emerging research about human growth and development, including research on brain 12.2 Analyze conditions that influence human growth and Analyze the effect of heredity and environment on human growth and Analyze the impact of social, economic, and technological forces on individual growth and Analyze the effects of gender, ethnicity, and culture on individual development Analyze the effects of life events on individuals physical, intellectual, social, moral, and emotional UNIT 4: TODDLERS Formative Assessments (To be determined by teachers/teams) Options include, but are not limited to: Text questions Create safe and healthy snacks Journal entries Skits to illustrate developmentally appropriate practices Discussions reading, videos Toddler Observations Physical Development Textbook/student resources 1. Describe physical changes that occur Vocabulary lists between the first and third years of life. 2. Identify the toddler s major gross and MN Early Childhood Indicators fine motor skills. of Progress Birth-3 Year Olds Intellectual Development 1. Describe how and what toddlers learn. 2. Describe the sequence of language 3. Stages of aesthetic/creative development in toddlers Social-Emotional Development 1. Describe how toddlers develop self-will. 2. Explain the way toddlers extend their social relationships with others. 3. Describe how toddlers develop a sense of self-worth. 4. Identify how toddlers reveal their emotions. 5. Identify influences of temperament on 6. Identify stages of gender identity. 7. Identify stages of sexual Magic of Everyday Moments Temperament What Makes Your Child Tick? video/discussion Working with Young Children textbook Articles about discipline and guidance. 8

9 FACS Standards/Competencies 12.3 Analyze strategies that promote growth and development across the life span Analyze the role of nurturance on human growth and Analyze the role of communication on human growth and Analyze the role of family and social services support systems in meeting human growth and development needs. 6.1 Analyze the effects of family as a system on individuals and society Analyze the role of family in transmitting societal expectations. 6.2 Evaluate the effects of diverse perspectives, needs, and characteristics of individual and families Demonstrate awareness of multiple diversities and their effects on individuals, families, and society. 4.2 Analyze developmentally appropriate practices to plan for early childhood, education, and services Analyze strategies that promote children s growth and 15.1 Analyze roles and responsibilities of parenting Analyze consequences of parenting practices to the individual family, and society Explain cultural differences in roles and responsibilities of parenting Evaluate parenting practices that maximize human growth and Choose nurturing practices that support human growth and Apply communication strategies that promote positive self-esteem in family members. GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 4: TODDLERS (continued) 8. Identify stages of identity 9. Identify stages of cultural identity. 10. Identify stages of moral Providing for Toddler s Developmental Needs 1. Demonstrate skills that meet toddlers physical needs. 2. Stimulate toddlers growing mental abilities. 3. Help toddlers adjust to their first social controls. 4. Establish developmentally appropriate guidelines for behavior 5. Explain various techniques for effective guidance. Writing Benchmarks --Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. ( ; ) --Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content. ( ; ) Design developmentally appropriate learning activities manual Reflection paper on discipline practices and effects on child. 9

10 GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 4: TODDLERS (continued) FACS Standards/Competencies Assess common practices and emerging research about discipline on human growth and Apply criteria for selecting care and services for children. Reading Benchmarks --Cite specific textual visual or physical evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, attending to such features as the date and origin of the information. ( ) --Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of how key events or ideas develop over the course of the text. ( ) --Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in content area text. ( ) --By the end of grade 10 (12), read and comprehend content area texts in the grades 9-10 (11-12) text complexity band independently and proficiently. ( ; ) 10

11 GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS Rationale Play is the work of children. It is how they learn and develop skills needed to be successful in school. With more and more parents working, the need for quality child care is growing. Understanding the importance of play and what qualifies as a quality child care will prepare students to meet the learning needs of children. FACS Standards/Competencies 12.1 Analyze principles of human growth and development across the life span Analyze physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual Analyze interrelationships among physical, emotional, social and intellectual aspects of human growth and Analyze current and emerging research about human growth and development, including research on brain 12.2 Analyze conditions that influence human growth and Analyze the effect of heredity and environment on human growth and Analyze the impact of social, economic, and technological forces on individual growth and Analyze the effects of life events on individuals physical, intellectual, social, moral, and emotional Analyze geographic, political, and global influences on human growth and 12.3 Analyze strategies that promote growth and development across the life span Analyze the role of nurturance on human growth and Analyze the role of communication on human growth and UNIT 5: GUIDING AND CARING FOR CHILDREN Formative Assessments (To be determined by teachers/teams) Options include, but are not limited to: Text questions Journal entries Discussion Observation/lab reflections Teaching through play Textbook/student resources 1. Describe the importance of play and play Vocabulary lists activities in children s lives. 2. Explain how adults can help children MN Early Childhood Indicators learn through play, art, music, science, of Progress Birth-3 Year Olds and literature. 3. Give examples of creative activities that Design developmentally stimulate children s physical, intellectual, appropriate learning activities and social-emotional booklet. Child Care and Education in Group settings 1. Trace the history of the major types of group programs for young children. 2. Describe what to look for when choosing a quality program. 3. Explain the effects of group care and education on children s 4. Describe ways to help children adjust to group settings. Create a checklist for parents to use in selecting child care. NCRC-ECFE/HeadStart experience 11

12 FACS Standards/Competencies Analyze the role of family and social services support systems in meeting human growth and development needs. 4.1 Analyze career paths with early childhood, education, and related services Analyze opportunities for employment and entrepreneurial endeavors 4.2 Analyze developmentally appropriate practices to plan for early childhood, education, and services Analyze strategies that promote children s growth and 15.1 Analyze roles and responsibilities of parenting Analyze consequences of parenting practices to the individual family, and society Explain cultural differences in roles and responsibilities of parenting Evaluate parenting practices that maximize human growth and Apply criteria for selecting care and services for children. GRADES 9-12: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY I CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS UNIT 5: GUIDING AND CARING FOR CHILDREN (continued) Reading Benchmarks --Cite specific textual visual or physical evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, attending to such features as the date and origin of the information. ( ) --Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of how key events or ideas develop over the course of the text. ( ) --Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in content area text. ( ) --By the end of grade 10 (12), read and comprehend content area texts in the grades 9-10 (11-12) text complexity band independently and proficiently. ( ; ) Writing Benchmarks --Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to discipline, task, purpose, and audience. ( ; ) 12