3 Units PSYCH 172 • Developmental Psychology • Summer 2018 Section #35685 M, T, W, Th. 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Seco 206 • • Instructor: Neil S. Walker, M.S. Office: Bonelli 312 E-Mail: neil.walker@canyons.edu Phone: DNC ext. 26076 Website: http://canyons.edu/faculty/WalkerN Office Hours None scheduled, but I can make time before or after class on any given day. Other hours by appointment Course Description: Developmental Psychology surveys human development, emphasizing changes occurring throughout the lifespan, including the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, schoolchildren, adolescents, and adults. Note: Subject matter discussed in this course is mature, sensitive and may be controversial in nature. Some topics covered in developmental psychology such as: animal experimentation, human sexuality, sexual orientation, and psychological disorders may be objectionable to some students. Enrollment in the course verifies your readiness to thoroughly analyze, engage, and discuss these mature topics. Student Learning Outcomes: Compare and contrast the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and developmental trends as they apply to human development across the lifespan. Text: All reading materials are Open Educational Resources, and are available free to registered students on Canvas. Power Point slides (as used during lectures) will also be available on Canvas. If you would like a printed copy of the text you may purchase on in the campus bookstore. Requirements: 1. Regular attendance is expected. Being prepared for class ahead of time will enable Participation: each student to actively participate in class discussions, and thus enhance the learning process. The instructor reserves the right to drop a student after 3 absences. However, it remains the student's responsibility (not the instructor's) to officially drop the course if necessary. Add Deadline: 06/07/18 Drop Deadline for a refund: 06/05/18 Drop Deadline without a "W": 06/07/18 Drop Deadline: 06/26/18 The student is responsible for all assignments, material, and announcements regardless of attendance.
PSYCH 172 • Developmental Psychology • 3 Units Summer 2018 Section #35685 • M, T, W, Th. 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. • Seco 206 Instructor: Neil S. Walker, M.S. Office: Bonelli 312 E-Mail: neil.walker@canyons.edu Phone: DNC ext. 26076 Website: http://canyons.edu/faculty/WalkerN Office Hours None scheduled, but I can make time before or after class on any given day. Other hours by appointment Course Description: Developmental Psychology surveys human development, emphasizing changes occurring throughout the lifespan, including the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, schoolchildren, adolescents, and adults. Note: Subject matter discussed in this course is mature, sensitive and may be controversial in nature. Some topics covered in developmental psychology such as: animal experimentation, human sexuality, sexual orientation, and psychological disorders may be objectionable to some students. Enrollment in the course verifies your readiness to thoroughly analyze, engage, and discuss these mature topics. Student Learning Outcomes: Compare and contrast the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and developmental trends as they apply to human development across the lifespan. Text: All reading materials are Open Educational Resources, and are available free to registered students on Canvas. Power Point slides (as used during lectures) will also be available on Canvas. If you would like a printed copy of the text you may purchase on in the campus bookstore. Requirements: 1. Participation: Regular attendance is expected. Being prepared for class ahead of time will enable each student to actively participate in class discussions, and thus enhance the learning process. The instructor reserves the right to drop a student after 3 absences. However, it remains the student's responsibility (not the instructor's) to officially drop the course if necessary. Add Deadline: 06/07/18 Drop Deadline for a refund: 06/05/18 Drop Deadline without a "W": 06/07/18 Drop Deadline: 06/26/18 The student is responsible for all assignments, material, and announcements regardless of attendance.
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