Child Psychology

General

Prefix

PSY

Course Number

441

Course Level

Undergraduate

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Liberal Arts

Description

Study of childhood, current research, theory, and development of children in various cultures. Integrated lab.

Prerequisites

Credits

Min

3

Max

3

Repeatable

No

Goals and Diversity

MN Goal Course

No

Cultural Diversity

No

Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Appraise and evaluate basic psychological concepts, research, and theories about child development in various cultures.

Outcome

Summarize available resources for prenatal care and examine cultural differences in outcomes (e.g., impact on infant mortality rate).

Outcome

Debate and criticize clashing psychological concepts and views of child development (e.g., corporeal punishment).