PSY 301 - Child Development

Institution:

National University

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Description:

(Prerequisites: ENG 100/101) Familiarizes students with the foundational theories of human development, current research directions in developmental psychology, major developmental perspectives and research approaches in developmental psychology and issues surrounding diversity, emphasizing an ecosystemic model of thinking about and understanding children and their development. In addition to the previous topics, the following areas will be discussed: the history of childhood; developmental theories and appropriate practices in education; play as a medium for learning and development; and the field of discipline particularly as it relates to development, behaviors and considering temperament in children.

Credits:

4.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nu.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 628-8648

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Other academic year

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