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Explain current research and investigative methods as it shapes the lifespan perspective.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
define developmental psychology
characterize the nature and application of the scientific method as applied to developmental psychology
identify and distinguish research designs used in developmental psychology
examine research findings and critically apply those findings
employ fundamental principles specific to developmental psychology in classroom and written communication
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Evaluate historical and contemporary theories in the context of scientific method in the critical study of lifespan development.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
apply theoretical knowledge to personal and vocational contexts
describe and distinguish the contributions of major theories to the understanding of life span development
interpret developmental events from the perspective of Psychoanalytic Theory, Behaviorism, Cognitive Theory, Sociocultural Theory and Universal Theory (Humanism and Evolutionary Theory)
examine valid and reliable use of the scientific method in the study of human development
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Interpret the roles of genetics and environment across the lifespan.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
describe and identify the basic mechanisms of heredity
describe the role of evolution and epigenetic influence on development
identify genetic abnormalities, their causes and manifestation
identify the contributions of twin research to the understanding of human development
describe contextual and situational influences on development
examine gene-environment interaction
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Analyze developmental processes including biopsychosocial effects on these processes from conception to birth.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
characterize the different stages of prenatal development
describe different stages of the birth process
distinguish among the choices for childbirth
describe the benefits of prenatal care
appreciate the threat of teratogens and design epidemiological measures to address them
describe the elements of attachment
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Analyze Physical, Neurological and Biosocial development across the lifespan
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
identify major life changes/tasks throughout the lifespan
describe physical, neurological and biological development from conception to birth
describe the predictable physical, neurological and biological development in infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood
identify prevalent physical, neurological and biological complications during the lifespan and examine prevention and intervention strategies
apply knowledge base of physical, neurological and biological changes to personal and vocational contexts.
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Analyze Cognitive and Psychological development across the lifespan.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
identify major life changes/tasks throughout the lifespan
describe the predictable psychological and cognitive development in infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood as well as individual and cultural variation thereof.
distinguish between the major cognitive and psychological theoretical perspectives
compare historical cognitive and psychological theories to contemporary research
identify prevalent cognitive and psychological during the lifespan
examine primary, secondary and tertiary prevention strategies to promote development at the individual, family and community level.
apply knowledge base of physical, neurological and biological changes to personal and vocational contexts
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Analyze Social-Cultural development across the lifespan.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
identify major life changes/tasks throughout the lifespan
describe the predictable social-cultural development in infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood as well as individual and cultural variation thereof.
identify the role of culture on development
distinguish between the major social-cultural theoretical perspectives
compare historical social-cultural theories to contemporary research
identify prevalent social-cultural barriers during the lifespan and
examine primary, secondary and tertiary prevention strategies to promote development at the individual, family and community level.
apply knowledge base of social-cultural changes to personal and vocational contexts
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Examine biopsychosocial issues surrounding death and dying.
Assessment Strategies
by completing all assigned readings
by meeting instructor's criteria on quizzes and exams
by contributing in small group and class discussions
by participating in the completion of group projects and in-class assignments
by submitting written assignments on time
by demonstrating intellectual curiosity and active engagement in the content area
Criteria
describe social, cultural and spiritual influences on death and dying.
summarize the changes in perspective on death and dying across the lifespan.
summarize bereavement as it pertains to different life stages.
identify the spectrum of bereavement responses.
apply theoretical knowledge to personal and vocational contexts.