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Introduction to developmental Psychology: PSYC 10400: CRN 30005: Judith Pena-Shaff
This course will introduce you to the basics of human development covering the entire lifespan. We will examine theories, research, and current trends about how humans develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. During the semester we will use several resources: the textbook, research articles and reports, professional organizations’ websites, videos, and other resources to navigate the fascinating field of developmental psychology.  As we make our way through the milestones of the life cycle, we will reflect on the recurring themes of development in context (culture, history, family environment), the intricate interaction of nature (genetic/epigenetic inheritance) and nurture (environment), disequilibrium and integration, identity, self-differentiation, and relatedness. We will also examine current relevant topics that pertain to developmental psychology.