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Course Description An in-depth examination of physical, cognitive, and social development from infancy through adolescence. Content includes current developmental theory and research and the application of this research to educational and community settings, with special emphasis on the sociocultural context of development. The development of critical thinking skills and scholarly writing will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or instructor permission. | ||||||||||||||
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Upon completion of this course, students will:
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Class Meetings
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The following required texts are available at the University Bookstore: 1) Bornstein, M.H., & Lamb, ME. (Eds.) (2010). Developmental science: An advanced textbook. 2) Miller, P.H. (2010). Theories of developmental psychology. New York: Worth Publishers. 3) Publication Manual for the American Psychological Association (6th edition). (for use in all your Child Development courses). Additional supplementary readings are required. Links for these readings and due dates for readings are listed on the course schedule. Please complete the assigned reading before Tuesday's class meeting. | ||||||||||||||
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The following assignments are required. Click on the green links for detailed handouts on these assignments.
1) Participation/Reading
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Response Papers
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Article
Presentation
4) Literature Review
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Grades are based on the percentage of points earned (out of a possible 320). Points are broken down in the following manner:
Typically, 94% earns an ‘A’, 84% a ‘B’, and 75% a ‘C’, with ‘+” or ‘-’ grades achieved at intermediate points (e.g., A- at 90%). However, I reserve the right to adjust this scale as needed, based on student performance.
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1. Students are expected to practice academic honesty in completing assignments and cheating or plagiarism will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty may result in an ‘F’ for the assignment and/or the course. If you have any questions about this policy, please see the instructor. 2. There will be no extra credit offered in this course. Extra credit is not necessary to earn an A in the course. 3. Please refrain from distracting behaviors during class time. This includes tardiness/leaving early, cell phone use, and non-course related conversation. If you bring a laptop to class to take notes, please refrain from surfing the internet/checking email during class time, as this is also distracting to students around you. 4. Incomplete ('I') grades are not assigned UNLESS there is a compelling reason to do so. An incomplete will be assigned ONLY with prior consultation and approval of instructor. Please note: I wish to include persons with disability in this course. Please let me know if there are any accommodations I can make in curriculum, instruction, or assessment to facilitate your full participation.
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Send problems, comments or suggestions to: hembrees@csus.edu. Updated: August 15, 2010