EDUC 641 - Human Development

(3 units)

Study human development from conception through old age. Physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth examined in the 8 stages of development (prenatal, infancy, early childhood, school age children, adolescence, early adulthood, middle adulthood and later adulthood) from biological, psychological, socio cultural and life-cycle perspectives. Fulfills part of the Nevada Generalist endorsement for special education teaching, and is aligned with the InTASC Standards. (SNU: Formerly SPED 563)

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): formerly Sierra Nevada University Teacher Education student.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Other

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. comprehend educational research and write summaries of research articles using professional language and APA writing style.
2. use online databases to locate peer-reviewed research articles.
3. recognize the importance of educational research for improving instructional practices.
4. understand, identify and describe the different characteristic of students identified with a disability under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act) co-teaching, classroom accommodations, etc.
5. identify and describe diversity in the classroom, individual learning styles, and unique patterns of learning and development.
6. demonstrate communication techniques and discuss innovative ways to involve family and community in the educational experience.
7. demonstrate an awareness of and examine basic characteristics including physical appearance, health issues, learning and/or communication challenges, behavior challenges, etc.
8. access common services provided by the school district personnel (i.e.; Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Co-operative Teaching, Behavior Mentor.

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