PSYC-2308 Child Psychology

This course will address psychological development from conception through middle childhood with references to physical, cognitive, social and personality changes. Students will examine the interplay of biological factors, human interaction, social structures and cultural forces in development. Lec 3, Cr 3

Credits

3

Outcomes

  1. Describe how human beings change physically, cognitively, socially and emotionally from conception through childhood.
  2. Identify fundamental concepts and theories, both recent and historical, within the field of child psychology.
  3. Evaluate research issues and methodologies used to investigate developmental phenomena.
  4. Describe the process of development and the multiple sources of influence on a developing child.