CPSY3301
CPSY 3301 - Introduction to Developmental Psychology (4 Cr.) Social Sciences, Online may be available
Institute of Child Development (11219)
TCED - College of Education and Human Development
CPSY 3301 - Introduction to Developmental Psychology (4 Cr.) Social Sciences, Online may be available
Course description
Developmental psychology explores change and/or stability as a function of age with a focus on how early experiences affect later development across people's lives. This course examines development through the lenses of social, cultural, cognitive, biological, and learning theories by providing students with an overview of classic as well as current research and methodologies in developmental psychology. Students will gain an understanding of the usefulness of a developmental approach to psychological issues. The course focuses on conceptual understanding of different perspectives on healthy development across their life. This knowledge informs practical applications of how to help children, adolescents, and adults progress through developmental periods.
This course is intended for non-Child Psychology/Early Childhood majors. Those majors should take the cross-listed course CPSY 2301.
This course is intended for non-Child Psychology/Early Childhood majors. Those majors should take the cross-listed course CPSY 2301.
Minimum credits
4
Maximum credits
4
Is this course repeatable?
No
Grading basis
OPT - Student Option
Discussion
Lecture
Credit will not be granted if credit has been received for:
01677
This course fulfills the following Liberal Education requirement(s)
Social Sciences
Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?
No
Typically offered term(s)
Every Fall, Spring & Summer