. This online course is offered through the Center for Distance Learning. You can take this as an individual course or as part of an online degree program, with term starts in March, May, September, November and January. View current term offerings and all online courses. Click here to register for online courses.
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Liberal Study
Lower Level
Credits: 4
Term(s) Offered (Subject to Change) : Jan. Mar.
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the current theories and research findings about Human Development, from the beginnings of life through the end. Students are introduced to the major conceptualizations and methods of understanding development, i.e., theories, frameworks and research models. Students will study expected developmental achievements and variations, both group and individual, as well as the factors, biological and environmental, that influence development across the lifespan.
Note: March Term 2004 is the last term this course will be offered in print version. In future terms, it will be offered only online (282174).
