1.2 Explain The Difference Between Sequence Of Development And Frameworks

1.2. Explain the difference between sequence of development and rate of development and why the difference is important.

The sequence of development refers to the definite pattern of a child’s development, e.g. a toddlers being able to walk before they can run or in other areas such as communication where a baby recognises words before producing them. The rate of development refers to the speed in which a child develops. While the sequences of development are typical in all children, what can change between individual children is the rate. For instance, some babies will sit unsupported at 7 months, while others may take a couple of months longer.

The difference is important when working with individual children and young people. Sequence is

This means that they can make their own decisions, such as whether or not to smoke, drink or have sex. The choices they make can have an effect on their development. For example, drug use can interfere with the healthy growth of the brain in the teenage years. Even not eating healthy food can affect their physical and cognitive development.

• Looked after/care status

If a child is looked after or in care, their opportunities in general may be restricted. This in turn leads to their development being affected in many different ways.

2.3. Explain how theories of development and frameworks to support development influence current practice.

Theories of development are important as they can influence practice and also help us understand children’s behaviour, reactions and ways of learning.

Jean Piaget (1896 -1980) – Theory of cognitive development

Several theories show that children learn best when they are in some way active in their learning. A key theorist is Jean Piaget. He was born in 1896. He developed ‘constructivist’ theories which look at the way in which children seem to be able to make sense of their world as a result of their experiences and how they are active learners. Piaget’s theories have been influential, although they have been challenged over the

Social Pedagogy – Frameworks to support development

Social pedagogy is a humanistic framework to support development. It refers to a holistic approach to the needs of the child through health, school, family and spiritual life, leisure activities and the community.

The aim of social pedagogy is to find ways of working with children and young people which will improve their life chances and social outcomes. Social pedagogy has four main aims which are all closely linked:

It is a holistic approach to caring for children which combines education and care, emphasising that bringing up children is the shared responsibility of parents and society. It is a practical and theoretical framework.

Linked to current practice

Social pedagogy has been introduced in schools with Every Child Matters in 2004. It’s found mainly in educational and social care setting for children in residential care, for looked after children, pupil referral units, youth and community worker, mentoring scheme operated by charities and educational provisions. The child is encouraged to grow up as a self – responsible person who takes responsibility for himself and the