PSYC 2030 - Child Psychology

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Psychology

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
Child psychology is a study of the biological, social, affective, and cognitive aspects of the development of children from conception to adolescence. The implications of this development for present and future behaviors are presented. The research, principles, concepts, and theories of child psychology are emphasized. Semesters available: Day - Sp Evening - Offered based on need. UG OSS045

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 All listed assignments are graded
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Computation

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Assess the biological, cognitive, cultural, environmental and social factors that influence development throughout childhood.	Exams, class activities and written assignments - Weekly
2. Evaluate current and past research in childhood guided by theories within developmental psychology.	Class activities and exams – Regularly throughout the semester
3. Apply developmental psychology principles to daily life throughout childhood.	Class activities, written assignments, exams – Regularly throughout the semester
4. Detect myths and misconceptions regarding human development during childhood.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
5. Describe methodological approaches used to study development.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
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 childhood.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
7. Trace the physical development of the child including neurological, hormonal, and sexual components.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
8. Discuss the child’s cognitive development including structures and processes, measurement, and individual differences.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
9. Describe the development of language in the child.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
10. Discuss theories related to the development of personality.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
11. Describe concepts related to the development of self-concepts, gender identity, and sex roles.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester
12. Trace the social development of the child, including relationships with peers, within the family, and moral development.	Class activities – Regularly throughout the semester

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
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