FCS: Child Development Laboratory @ NCAT

Open Educational Resources (OER) are freely accessible, openly licensed materials that are useful for teaching, learning, and research purposes. For child development professionals, OERs provide valuable resources that support their work in understanding and fostering the development of young children. These resources can include textbooks, research articles, lesson plans, datasets, multimedia materials, and more, which are available at no cost and can be adapted to suit specific needs.

• Textbooks: Digital books covering child development theories, research methods, and practical applications.
• Research Articles: Open-access journal articles and conference papers on the latest findings in child development.
• Lesson Plans and Activities: Free templates and guidelines for designing educational activities and interventions for young children.
• Datasets: Publicly available data for conducting research and analysis in child development studies.
• Multimedia Materials: Videos, podcasts, and interactive tools that illustrate child development concepts and practices.

• Cost-Effective: Eliminates the cost of purchasing textbooks and other educational materials.
• Enhances Research: Provides access to a wealth of information and data that can support robust research efforts.
• Supports Lifelong Learning: Encourages continuous professional development by providing up-to-date resources and learning opportunities.
• Promotes Innovation: Facilitates the creation of customized educational content that can address specific challenges and opportunities in child development.