PSYCH 320

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Developmental Psychology: Childhood

Psychology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Physical, mental, emotional, and social development of the child.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Credit Hours

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Fixed/Max

Lecture Hours

Fixed

Lab Hours

Fixed

Note

Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).Offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout the year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.

Learning Outcomes

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1. Theories and research in human development

Learning Outcome

Students will describe current theories and research in human development from pre-natal development through late childhood, demonstrating an understanding of developmental processes that lead to normative development, including perceptual, cognitive, biological, genetic, and social domains, as well as factors that lead to psychopathology and mental illness. Measurement: Multiple choice tests, quizzes.

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2. Assess and critique a key issue

Learning Outcome

Students will assess and critique a key issue in a group format presented to the class. Measurement: Assessment of presentation.

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3. Integrate current research studies

Learning Outcome

Students will assess critical issues in early childhood development, integrating current research studies on topics in developmental psychology. Measurement: APA style paper.