This course has an assignment that is due by 11:55 pm Central Standard Time on Wednesday night of the first week of class. Failure to complete this assignment will result in your removal from the course for non-participation.

Human Development: A Life-Span View (7th edition); R.V. Kail & J.C. Cavanaugh (2016).

ISBN: 978-1-305-11664-1 (Hardback Edition)
ISBN: 978-1-305-63050-5 (Loose-leaf Edition)

An examination of various aspects of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development from conception through late adulthood. Emphasis is placed on child and adolescent development. Prerequisite: PY101 or PY210

Upon successful completion of the course, each participant should be able to:

• Become familiar with prominent developmental theories regarding physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development.
• Discuss the numerous factors that shape development throughout the life span.
• Gain an understanding of the changes and challenges that occur during each stage of the life span.
• Apply developmental psychology concepts to everyday life interactions.
• Focus specifically on issues associated with childhood and adolescent development.