HDFS 631B - Advanced Human Development: Childhood

(3 units)

Development of children from age 3 to preadolescence, with an emphasis on research, theory and application.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. explain the sequence of development spanning age 3 to pre-adolescence.
2. develop skills in direct observations of young children age 3 to age 6.
3. describe and analyze the role of multiple contexts on children’s development and learning in written reports.
4. synthesize direct observations of young children with developmental information through multiple written reports.
5. apply the information synthesized from direct observations and developmental information in multiple written reports to recommend practices supporting child development and learning.
6. develop and demonstrate professional writing skills by incorporating detailed feedback and recommendations from each paper into subsequent papers.
7. utilize research and assessment tools to understand development and create practical applications/recommendations for children while honoring lived experiences.
8. develop a self-awareness and self-care plan and reflect upon it to expand your current mindset regarding work with young children.

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