PSYC240
Developmental Psychology
Psychology
BC
Subject code
PSYC
Course Number
240
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
E. Maker Castro
Course Long Title
Developmental Psychology
Description
A comprehensive introduction to current thinking and research in developmental psychology, including theoretical, empirical, and applied issues. This course covers prenatal development through old age and death, and considers the physical, cognitive, and socioemotional dimensions of development. Topics include attachment, language acquisition, gender, play, development across cultures, and interactions between dimensions of development. This course emphasizes critical thinking, research, and applications to everyday life. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101.
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements
(Psychology: IDEA)
GEC This Course Belongs To
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Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year