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PS 190 Overview

This course is a comprehensive survey of the stages of human development. The focus of the course is on theories of the biological, cognitive, and psycho-social aspects of development and the research that supports and critiques these theories. Stability and change and similarities and differences of human experience will be examined. The course begins with a consideration of genetics and prenatal development; moves through infancy, childhood, adolescence, young and middle adulthood; and culminates with investigation of older adulthood and elements of the death and dying process. Prerequisite: Students majoring or minoring in psychology must take PS 101 before taking this course.

  • 3.00 Credits
  • PS

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Life Span Human Development - 2023 Fall PS 190

This course is a comprehensive survey of the stages of human development. The focus of the course is on theories of the biological, cognitive, and psycho-social aspects of development and the research that supports and critiques these theories. Stability and change and similarities and differences of human experience will be examined. The course begins with a consideration of genetics and prenatal development; moves through infancy, childhood, adolescence, young and middle adulthood; and culminates with investigation of older adulthood and elements of the death and dying process.

Course Code: PS 190

8/28/2023 - 12/17/2023

T, R 8:00 AM - 9:20 AM

Face to Face

To Be Announced

Main Campus

Life Span Human Development - 2023 Fall PS 190

This course is a comprehensive survey of the stages of human development. The focus of the course is on theories of the biological, cognitive, and psycho-social aspects of development and the research that supports and critiques these theories. Stability and change and similarities and differences of human experience will be examined. The course begins with a consideration of genetics and prenatal development; moves through infancy, childhood, adolescence, young and middle adulthood; and culminates with investigation of older adulthood and elements of the death and dying process.

Course Code: PS 190

8/28/2023 - 12/17/2023

Online

Carole Hetzel