Supporting Physical Development in Early Childhood

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Brief Introduction

Learn how to ensure young children do enough physical activity and how it improves child mental and physical health development.

Course Summary

This course is designed to help early childhood educators support physical development in young children by providing a variety of techniques and strategies to promote healthy physical development.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to support physical development in young children
  • Gain knowledge on the importance of physical activity for young children
  • Explore different ways to promote healthy physical development in young children

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the importance of physical activity for young children
  • Learn techniques and strategies to promote healthy physical development
  • Develop a deeper understanding of child development and motor skills

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior experience or knowledge required
  • Access to a computer with internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online, self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive quizzes and activities

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  • Teaching Social and Emotional Learning
  • Introduction to Child Psychology

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Requirements

  • The course is designed for adults involved in caring for or educating babies and young children. As well as being aimed at practitioners in the workforce, the course will give adults, including parents, who are involved in the care and education of babies and young children the opportunity to access evidence-based research.

Knowledge

  • What topics will you cover?•Growth and physical development of babies and young children•The relationship between physical development and other areas of development•Why physical development should be supported•Factors that can impact supporting babies and young children’s physical development – challenges and solutions•Supporting physical development through indoor and outdoor play and activities

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to support physical development in young children with this comprehensive course from FutureLearn. Users have found the course to be informative and engaging, with practical tips and strategies for promoting physical activity in early childhood.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users appreciated the practical nature of the course and the emphasis on promoting physical activity in young children.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Informative and engaging course material
  • Practical tips and strategies for promoting physical activity
  • Expert instructors with extensive experience in early childhood education
  • Flexible schedule and self-paced learning options
  • Interactive elements and opportunities for discussion and collaboration

Cons from User Reviews

  • Limited focus on other aspects of early childhood development
  • Some users found the course content to be too basic
  • Minimal opportunities for one-on-one interaction with instructors
  • No certification or accreditation offered upon completion
  • Course may not be suitable for those outside of the early childhood education field
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Dr Jackie Musgrave, Angela Baker, Dr Lala Manners, Dr Ben Langdown, Dr Jo Josephidou, Dr Lucy Rodriguez Leon
Public Health England, The Open University, Health Education England & activematters
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