PSY 3340 - Cognitive Development and Learning

Institution:

Metropolitan State University of Denver

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Description:

3 (2 + 2) Prerequisite: PSY 1001 and PSY 1800 or PSY 3250 or PSY 2270 or SOC 3100 This course is designed to examine human cognitive development and learning. Topics include the development of cognition and learning throughout the lifespan, psycholinguistics (language acquisition and literacy acquisition), the development of scientific and mathematical thinking in children, and the effects of formal schooling on cognition. Students will complete a practicum project applying the ideas presented in class with children/adults of different ages.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.msudenver.edu/

Phone Number:

(303) 556-3058

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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