Course Catalog - 2013-2014

     

EDUC 515 - ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT

Long Title: ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT
Department: Education
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Class(es):
Senior
Sophomore
Freshman
Junior
Description: The goal of this course is to introduce students to basic theories of adolescent development and cognition. The course will examine principles and concepts in the areas of physical, emotional and psychological development, identity formation, sexuality, and family and peer relations. Other 'hot topics' such as substance abuse, eating disorders, and teenagers and the media will also be examined. Additional assignments are required. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: EDUC 315. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for EDUC 515 if student has credit for EDUC 315.