Child Development
Spring 2023: Primary Instructor
Course Description
This course provides a general introduction to the area of Developmental Psychology and Child Development through a survey of the developmental processes that influence the growth of the physical, intellectual, and socio-emotional aspects of the child from conception through adolescence.
Student Learning Outcomes
This course provides a general introduction to the area of Developmental Psychology and Child Development through a survey of the developmental processes that influence the growth of the physical, intellectual, and socio-emotional aspects of the child from conception through adolescence.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of theories, theorists, research studies, concepts, and themes in patterns of growth and development.
- Explain how psychology’s domains (cognition, biological, social, emotional) influence the milestones, growth, and stages of child development.
- Describe individual and group developmental differences in the contexts of culture, diversity, social groups, and a changing environment.
- Differentiate the characteristics of typical and atypical development.
- Evaluate scientific research methods such as descriptive and experimental research and quantitative analysis.
- Apply critical thinking to evaluating research, popular articles, and child development topics in various media.
- Describe how ethical standards apply to psychological science and everyday practices.
- Synthesize ideas, interpret quantitative and qualitative data, and present evidence-based arguments in various formats including writing and oral communication.
- Apply developmental theories and knowledge to problem-solving and strategies in real-life situations with children.
- Describe how what you have learned in studying child development can be used in your professional career.
Prerequisite Courses
None
Prerequisite Skills
Basic computer skills that are commonly required for online courses, such as typing.
Software and Technology
A computer with a stable internet connection
Required Textbook
Levine, L. E., & Munsch, J. (2021). Child development: An active learning approach (4th ed.). Sage Publications, Inc.