10809127Human Development
Course Information
Description
Human Development focuses on human physical, motor, cognitive and social development across the life span. Recognition of and adjustment to normal development stages and typical life problems are emphasized. The roles of parents, peers and environmental factors on development and behavior are highlighted.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Distinguish the types of research as it applies to human development research.
    Assessment Strategies
    completing written exam 1 on research techniques, history and theories
    Criteria
    review assigned readings on research methodology on human development
    identify appropriate approaches to research methodology for specific study of human development
    explain why a specific approach to research methodology is used

  2. Investigate the various factors that influence human development.
    Assessment Strategies
    completing written exams 1, 2, 3, & 4
    writing Paper 1, 2, & 3
    Criteria
    identify various factors that influence human development
    read assigned readings on factors that influence human development
    perform interviews for paper 1
    explain how each factor influences human development
    explain how factors affect personal development

  3. Investigate factors that influence various periods of human development.
    Assessment Strategies
    completing written exam 1,2,3, & 4
    writing papers 1,2, & 3
    Criteria
    define each period of human development
    describe different periods of human development
    identify factors that affect human development during each period
    write about factors that influence human development during various periods

  4. Apply core concepts, (i.e. attachment, self concept, self esteem, repression) concerning human development to one s own experiences, diverse environments, and diverse community.
    Assessment Strategies
    completing written papers 1, 2 & 3
    Criteria
    identify the influence of core concepts on human development periods
    provide examples of how a core concept such as self esteem affects behavioral patterns
    explain how a specific core concept applies to your personal behavior

  5. Recognize the physical environment and socio-cultural influences in the development of the child, adolescent, and adulthood.
    Assessment Strategies
    completing written exam 1, 2, 3, & 4
    writing paper 1,2,& 3
    Criteria
    define what elements are included in physical environment influences
    define what elements are included in socio-cultural influences
    identify how these influences affect each period of life

  6. Research topics/issues in middle and late adulthood to a personal experience
    Assessment Strategies
    by writing paper #2
    Criteria
    identify a minimum of 4 topics/issues in middle adulthood
    identify a minimum of 4 topics/issues in late adulthood
    explore a minimum of 4 topics/ issues in middle adulthood
    explore a minimum of 4 topics/ issues in late adulthood