Consortium for International Studies | Evaluated Learning Experience
Introduction to Child Development PSY 205
Varies; self-study.
July 2022 – Present.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe theoretical perspectives of childhood and adolescent development; explain the biological and environmental influences of development; explore the different theories of cognitive and communicative development; apply developmental themes to the development of aggression, altruism, and morality; describe the process of developing the concept of self throughout childhood and adolescence; outline factors that contribute to the different attachment style classifications; and summarize the influence of family, peers, school, and technology on developmental outcomes.
Major topics taught in this course include: theoretical perspectives of childhood and adolescent development, theories of cognitive and communicative development, the process of developing the concept of self throughout childhood and adolescence and the influence of family, peers, school, and technology on developmental outcomes.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Child Development or Psychology (7/22).
