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3.00 Credits
The purpose of this course is to explore a selected topic in depth. The seminar may focus on a book, a monograph, a portion of the literature, or a theoretical methodological issue. Topics will vary from semester to semester. Prerequisites Child Development 151, Psychology 147 or equivalent, and permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Careful reading and analysis of selected works by Jean Piaget with a particular emphasis on educational and clinical implications. Student reports and a term paper on a topic of Piagetian psychology are required. Prerequisites Graduate status.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of conceptual frameworks and current research on child development and family life. Topics will vary but may include effects of family environments on the cognitive and affective development of children. Processes of family interaction and cultural and social-class variations in family interaction. Prerequisites Graduate status. This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester
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3.00 Credits
Seminar format for in-depth exploration of various topics in social and personality development. Topics may include development of the self, attachment, and emotional development. Prerequisite: graduate status. Typically, a single topic will be covered during the semester.
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3.00 Credits
This course will facilitate student appreciation of the significance of knowledge about one's own cultural background, identity and related experiences as critical influences on the study of and interactions with others. Centered on children and families, there are two foci: 1) cultural sensitivity in research, and 2) cultural sensitivity in practice. The focus on research examines culture as a contextual influence on human development and briefly addresses issues in conducting culturally sensitive research, including theory, methodology, analyses and interpretation. With various media, primarily audio-visual, the focus on practice will examine specific cultural constructs (e.g., race, ethnicity, religiosity) and their impact on interpersonal interactions. This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester
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3.00 Credits
The process of observing and analyzing classrooms for children in preschool through the elementary grades, with emphasis on understanding the implementation of the developmental model in education. Developing competence in naturalistic observation and the documentation of child and teacher behavior; emphasis on teacher development and strengthening skills in supervision and peer evaluation. This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester
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3.00 Credits
This course examines consultation theory and practice. Through readings, classroom experiences, and a change project, students will increase their understanding of various consultation activities. The course contributes to the professional development of individuals in their present and future roles, including teacher, special educator, child development specialist, counselor, policy maker, or administrator. Such roles involve consultative relationships with parents, colleagues, other professionals, and members of the community. Both the consumer and the provider perspectives will be considered, aiming toward more effective functioning by both clients and consultants. Prerequisites Permission of instructor. This course is offered during the following semesters: Spring Semester
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3.00 Credits
Methods for identifying measuring developmental change. Topics include multivariate versus univariate conceptions and analyses of change; developmentally-sensitive, descriptive, and explanatory research designs; classical versus developmental test theory; measurement equivalence across person and context; external and internal validity; convergent and divergent validation; triangulation within and across both quantitative and qualitative methods; and ethics and professional development. Prerequisites Prior graduate courses in statistics and research design and instructor permission. This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester
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3.00 Credits
Issues in psychoanalysis, behaviorism, and family therapy, review of other selected theories, and consideration of major classes of coping behaviors from a developmental perspective. Past or concurrent experience involving children with emotional or behavioral problems is required. Prerequisites Undergraduate course in psychopathology. This course is offered during the following semesters: Fall Semester Spring Semester
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3.00 Credits
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