Child Development & Pedagogy
Core paper covering child psychology, learning theories, and inclusive teaching practices tested in both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Topics Covered
Concept of Development and its Relationship with Learning
Principles of growth and development, and how they influence learning.
Piaget, Kohlberg and Vygotsky — Theories of Development
Cognitive, moral, and socio-cultural theories with critical perspectives.
Concepts of Child-Centered and Progressive Education
Shift from teacher-centric to learner-centric pedagogy.
Individual Differences
Understanding differences based on diversity of language, caste, gender, and community.
Distinction Among Assessment for Learning and Assessment of Learning
Formative vs summative assessment strategies.
Inclusive Education and Understanding Children with Special Needs
Addressing learners from marginalized and disadvantaged backgrounds.
Language and Thought
Relationship between language acquisition and cognitive development.
Gender as a Social Construct
Gender roles, gender bias, and educational practice.
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