Understand Developmental Domains (E.1.1.1)
Sub Category: Child Development: Domains, Stages, and Milestones
Credential Level: Level 2 •
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Pre-K
COMPETENCY STATEMENT
Provides basic definitions of developmental domains:
- cognitive
- gross and fine motor
- language
- social and emotional
DEFINITIONS
Teachers primarily support children's learning and development across four main areas of development: thinking (cognitive), moving (motor), talking (language), and feelings and relationships (social-emotional). Knowing these areas helps teachers plan intentional activities, notice children's progress and development, and support key areas.