DEP 2004 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY OF THE LIFE SPAN 3 credits

Prerequisite: PSY 1012. This course is a study of human development from conception to death. Emphasis is on the ongoing changes which result from the interaction of inherited and environmental factors, and on the uniqueness of the individual. The course examines the ways in which age, gender, ethnicity, and race affect development. This course has a substantial writing requirement. 47 contact hours.

DEP 2102 CHILD DEVELOPMENT 3 credits

Prerequisite: PSY 1012. This course is an in-depth study of the growth and development of children from conception through adolescence. It includes the major theories, research methodology, genetic and environmental influences, and stages and domains of development. Consideration is given to gender, cultural, and ethnic influences on development. This course has a substantial writing requirement. 47 contact hours.

DEP 2302 ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT 3 credits

Prerequisite: PSY 1012. This course deals with the physiological, sociocultural, and intrapsychic factors which affect the growth and development of adolescent behavior. Varieties of descriptive data about adolescents are examined and various social issues are raised. The topic of social diversity is also incorporated as an integral part of this course. This course has a substantial writing requirement. 47 contact hours.

DEP 3305 PSYCHOLOGY OF ADOLESCENCE 3 credits

Prerequisite: PSY 1012 or PSY 1020H. This course is designed to focus on the various theories regarding the physical and psychosocial development of children ranging from pre-adolescence to adolescence. The course follows the social, emotional, cognitive, moral, and physical development of youth during this critical time and will consider the influences of biology, family, culture, school, and peers. Significant issues facing adolescents today are addressed.  Emphasis is placed on the interaction between the role of the teacher and the needs and learning styles of students at these various developmental ages and stages. A minimum of 5 field-based or school-based hours of observation/teaching specifically are required. 47 contact hours.