In this article we will discuss about the growth and development in a child. General-Nature of Growth and Development: We often use 'growth' and 'development' interchangeably, as synonymous terms. In the strictest sense of the word, 'growth' is different from 'development'. In this strict sense 'growth' means an increase in size. When we say that a body or any of [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Importance of Physical Growth 2. How Physical Growth is Studied? 3. Some General Characteristics 4. Important Aspects. Importance of Physical Growth: An understanding of the physical growth and motor development of children is essential in promoting healthy growth and the happy adjustment of children. Yes, most of us, teachers and parents, fail [...]
This article will help you to differentiate between Growth and Development. Difference # Growth: 1. Growth refers to increase in physical aspects of the organisation, 2. Growth is structural. 3. Growth is quantitative. 4. Growth is cellular. 5. Growth stops when the organisation reaches the stage of maturity. 6. Growth involves body changes. 7. Growth influences the process of development, [...]
