Fall 2021 - PSYC 250 D100
Introduction to Developmental Psychology (3)
Class Number: 2642
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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Instructor:
Sherrie Atwood
atwood@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
PSYC 102.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Considers the psychological and physical aspects of human development from conception through middle childhood. Topics include social, emotional, language, cognitive, perceptual and physical development.
COURSE DETAILS:
In this course we will examine core topics such as physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Other topics will include attachment, identity, and family issues.
This is an in-person course. Students will complete three in-class exams throughout the semester and two application-based assignments. There is no final exam during exam period.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
- Understand the general developmental trajectory of infants and children
- Gain a practical understanding of pregnancy, birth, and the implications of caregiving
- Increase understanding of how developmental research is conducted
- Engage in critical thinking via the consideration of alternative perspectives
- To draw connections among one's own childhood experiences, the experiences of others, and the latest empirical findings
Grading
- Exam 1 20%
- Exam 2 20%
- Exam 3 20%
- Assignment 1 20%
- Assignment 2 20%
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
Textbook: Shaffer, D.R., Kipp, K., Wood, E., Willouhgby, T., Roberts, K.P., Gottaro, A., Krettenaur, T.K., Lee, J., & Newton, N. (2020). Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Childhood. (Canadian 5th ed.). Toronto: Nelson.
www.sfu.ca/bookstore/ebooks
Registrar Notes:
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TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2021
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