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Psychology
Developmental Psychology
PSY 201
PSY 101
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Marlene Zacharowicz, Psy.D.
January 1, 2006
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to provide an overview of human development. A broad
range of theoretical and applied topics including the areas of cognitive, emotional, moral,
physical, and social development from birth through adulthood will be covered.
COURSE/ DEVELOPMENTAL OBJECTIVES
The student will:
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Acquire an appreciation of the multiple processes which play a role in
ongoing development throughout one’s lifetime.
Acquire an awareness of specific milestones occurring across the lifespan.
Furthermore, a general understanding of what is age appropriate across
different areas of functioning and how different abilities develop over a
lifetime will be stressed.
Become aware of certain conditions that illustrate impaired developmental
functioning
COURSE/INSTITUTIONAL OBJECTIVES
This course is intended to introduce students to developmental processes across the
lifespan. Both typical and aberrant events will be discussed in depth. Research
methodology will also be emphasized.
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COURSE CONTENT
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History, theory, and research strategies
Foundations of prenatal development
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in infancy and toddlers
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in early childhood
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in middle childhood
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in adolescence
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in early adulthood
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in middle adulthood
Physical, cognitive , emotional, and social development in late adulthood
Death, dying, and the grieving process
HARDWARE/SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Not applicable.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Assigned readings
Midterm
Final
Research paper
GRADING GUIDELINES
A. Students must complete designated reading assignments
B. Students must complete research paper
C. Students must take both exams
METHODOLOGY
Format of class includes didactic lectures, with an emphasis on classroom discussion.
Additional media presentations will be included when relevant.
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Development Through the Lifespan-3rd edition
Berk, L.
2004
Allyn and Bacon
0-205-39157-5
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