PSYC 2010 - Human Growth and Development

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Psychology

Course Coordinator: Michelle Slattery
Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)

This course presents an overview of the total lifespan of human growth and development from conception through death. Major theories of human development will be studied through examination of the dynamics of human growth in relation to physical/neurological, socio/emotional, and cognitive development across the lifespan. Please note outcomes are written to ODHE standards using ODHE language. Ohio Articulation Number 0SS048. This course also meets the requirements for Ohio Transfer 36 - Social and Behavioral Sciences TMSBS.

UG OSS048

3 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take PSYC 1010

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Explain the biological, cognitive, cultural, environmental, and social factors that influence development throughout the lifespan.	Regularly throughout the term through writing assignments (reflection and/or application writings) and through quizzes or exams.
2.Evaluate current and past research in the study of the lifespan guided by theories within developmental psychology.	Research overview information assessed through quizzes or exams at the beginning of the term. Research examples provided throughout the course as different stages of development are explored. Subsequent research aspects may be assessed through writing assignments and/or quizzes or exams.
3. Apply developmental psychology principles to daily life throughout the lifespan.	Regularly throughout the term through writing assignments (reflection and/or application writings)
4.Distinguish myths and misconceptions from research evidence regarding human development throughout the lifespan.	Research overview information provided at the beginning of the term, including challenges and limitations to lifespan research. Assessed through discussion prompts and/or quizzes or exams.
5. Describe methodological approaches used to study human development across the lifespan.	At the beginning of the term through quizzes or exams. Subsequent course assignments will integrate methodological approach aspects through application of course content. Assessed through writing assignments, course assignments, and/or quizzes and exams.
6. Assess and critically analyze theories, research methodology and findings (outcomes), and applications developed by developmental psychologists and made available through textbooks, newspapers, professional and lay periodicals, and the internet throughout the lifespan	Application assignment at the end of the term.
7.Core Knowledge: Students will be able to explain the primary terminology, concepts, and findings of lifespan development.	Regularly throughout the term by writing assignments, course assignments, and/or quizzes and exams
8. Theory: Students will be able to explain the primary theoretical approaches used in lifespan development.	Main theories of development are introduced at the beginning of the term and subsequently applied to different stages of development (when applicable). Assessed through writing assignments, course assignments, and/or quizzes and exams
9. Methodology: Students will be able to explain the primary quantitative and qualitative research methods used in lifespan development.	Research overview information assessed through quizzes or exams at the beginning of the term. Research examples provided throughout the course as different stages of development are explored. Subsequent research aspects may be assessed through writing assignments and/or quizzes or exams.
10. Values: Students will be able to explain the primary ethical issues raised by the practice and findings of lifespan development.	Research method exploration notes ethical components related to lifespan development. These are noted at the beginning of the term and assessed through quizzes or exams. Questions on ethical components are addressed in subsequent development stage information and connection to some prior research examples. Assessment of these ethical aspects through writing assignments and/or quizzes and exams.
11. Evidence: Students will be able to explain the range of relevant information sources in lifespan development.	Through research exploration at the beginning of the term and subsequent course content and examples throughout the course. Assessed through writing assignments, course assignments, and/or quizzes and exams.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation,

Standard NCSC Course Policies
Important information regarding College Procedures and Policies can be found on the syllabus supplement located at this link

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2019
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Table of contents can be accessed electronically
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https://courses.lumenlearning.com/wm-lifespandevelopment/