PSYC 308 Child Psychology

General

• Apply new knowledge to the interpretation of observed child behavior.
• Critically evaluate major theories, issues and research findings in the field.
• Identify major theories, and research methods appropriate to the field of child psychology.
• Understand diverse child-rearing practices, social expectations and cultural settings and their influences on physical, social and emotional development.
• Understand major developmental concepts and issues such as maturation, intelligence and the influences of heredity and environment on development.