Includes bibliographical references and index

Unit I : Physical development -- Lesson 1 : What is child development? -- Lesson 2 : Theories and perspectives in child development -- Lesson 3 : Physical domain of growth and development -- Lesson 4 : Factors affecting the physical development of learners -- Unit II : Cognitive development -- Lesson I : Behaviorism -- Lesson 2 : Cognitivism -- Lesson 3 : Constructivism and learner-centered teaching -- Lesson 4 : Factors affecting cognitive development -- Unit III : Social and emotional development -- Lesson 1 : Developmental theories -- Lesson 2 : Development of motivation and self-regulation -- Lesson 3 : Moral development theories -- Lesson 4 : Factors affecting social and emotional development -- Unit IV -- Teaching and learning principles -- Lesson 1 : Making sense of the teaching and learning process -- Lesson 2 : Components of effective teaching and learning -- Lesson 3 : The basics of instructional planning -- Lesson 4 : Classroom management.