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Berkeley Global
Study the life-span developmental approach to developmental psychology, which includes ecological/systems and person-in-context theory approaches. You’ll gain perspective on biological, physical, cognitive, emotional, linguistic, sociocultural and spiritual changes across the life span—from prenatal and birth through the major stages of childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. In this survey course, you also study fundamental theories, perspectives, and critical thinking about historical and current arguments in the field.
Course Outline
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Course Objectives
- Compare and contrast five major theoretical approaches to lifespan development
- Apply at least two theories to current societal trends to articulate their impact on human development and well-being
- List at least three of the classic texts that are foundational to developmental psychology
What You Learn
- How to think developmentally
- The role of personality in development
- The role of culture in human development
- Biological factors in human development
- Attachment in the developing mind
- Psychodynamic theories
- Constructivist theories
- Self and personality development
- Intelligence and cognitive development
- Developmental psychopathology
- Aging: physiological and psychological development in older adulthood
How You Learn
- Reading assignments
- Instructor’s notes and presentations
- Written assignments
- Discussion forums and assignments
- Self-check quizzes
- Final reflection paper
Is This Course Right for Me?
An introductory course in psychology or sociology will enhance the experience, but there are no specific prerequisites for taking this course.
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Summer enrollment opens on March 20!