HDP 120/122 - Human Growth and Development- Theory

Institution:

Wheelock College

Subject:

Description:

Study of major developmental shifts throughout the life span across social, emotional, biological and cognitive domains. Emphasis on competing theoretical perspectives, the role of the sociocultural context, and cultural diversity. Particular focus on the connections between theory, research and practice. Introductory. develop literacy abilities within contexts that draw upon and extend home language competencies. Focuses both on native English speakers who speak nonmainstream varieties of English and on children who speak a first language other than English. Prerequisite: HDP 120/121 or HDP 124/125. Intermediate.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.wheelock.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 879-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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