Module 2:
Brain development and how children learn
This module reinforces your understanding of how a child's brain develops. It will also help you to consider factors affecting children's brain development when planning for your setting.
The rapid changes that happen in the brain in a child's early years lay critical foundations for later childhood and adult life. As an early years practitioner, you can play a significant role in encouraging and supporting children’s brain development.
On completion of this module you will be able to:
- establish and explore the stages of children’s brain development
- explore the impact of brain development on children’s holistic development
- examine the connection between brain development and children’s learning
- explore a range of theories underpinning best practice
What you’ll learn
This module covers:
- the stages of children’s brain development
- how brain development impacts children’s holistic development
- the connection between brain development and children’s learning
- a range of theories underpinning best practice
Ready to get started?
Enrol on this course and begin your first module. You will need to sign in or create an account before starting a module.