PSYC S36 - Diversity in Adolescence

Institution:

Bates College

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Description:

Adolescence is the transition between childhood and adulthood that is marked by many physical, cognitive, and socioemotional changes. One's psychosocial culture influences the process and experience of this developmental stage. This course examines adolescent development from a variety of psychosocial perspectives including race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and gender. The goals are for students to understand adolescent development, encounter different experiences of being in the world, and explore this life stage within some of its contextual framework. The course includes readings, discussions, and experiential activities including field trips. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 240, 242, or 260. This course has a fee of $200. Enrollment limited to 20. (Diversity.) S. Langdon.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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