Catalog Course Description

This course explores the scientific inquiry into normal human development, including mental processes and behaviors from conception through the end of life. A life span developmental psychologist's perspective guides this exploration of issues including the physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and social aspects of human development.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate mastery of the basic facts and research findings, terminology, principles, and theories important in the various areas of developmental psychology.
2. Explain key processes involved in the interaction between genetic and environmental influences on human development.
3. Identify and describe stages of cognitive and social development across the lifespan.
4. Identify key theorists and define key theoretical concepts in developmental psychology related to family, school, and work achievement, and death and dying.
5. Analyze current issues and controversies in the field of developmental psychology.
6. Present information and principles of theoretical concepts as applied to everyday life. 7. Critically analyze and evaluate arguments in developmental psychology for validity, theoretical assumptions, and practical value.

Attributes

GE Social Sciences
Liberal Arts