Faculty Name

Paula Mullineaux

Document Type

Syllabi

School

CLA

Department

PSY

Course Subject

PSY

Course Number

5440

Course Section

01

Course Title

Childhood and Society

Academic Term and Year

Fall 2016

Credits

4.00

Hamline Plan Letter

O, Q, W

Area of Study

HSCI, PSY

Course Description

Goals: To examine controversial issues in child development which have substantial implications for public and social policy. The topics examined will link development, education, and cultural practices from infancy through adolescence. Content: Specific topics vary by semester and will include topics of both historical relevance and contemporary debates within child development (e.g., adolescent risk behavior, child care, children and the law, developmental theory and educational practices, family diversity, media exposure, parenting styles, public health, poverty, and technology use). Taught: Annually Prerequisites: Psy 3440 (grade of C- or better) and senior standing (with psychology major), or permission of the instructor Credits: 4

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